The statement further disclosed that Olaofe’s remains were found buried in a shallow grave at a farm community along Airport Road, Ijan-Ekiti, following an inquiry by Command personnel.
The kidnapping of Professor Olorunfemi Olaofe, the former Deputy Vice Chancellor of Ekiti State University (EKSU), was planned and executed by his domestic staff, according to the Department of State Service (DSS), Ekiti State Command.
In a statement made accessible to media on Wednesday in Ado-Ekiti, the DSS disclosed the information.
Remember that on July 9, Professor Olaofe was kidnapped from his home in Ado-Ekiti.
The statement further disclosed that Olaofe’s remains were found buried in a shallow grave at a farm community along Airport Road, Ijan-Ekiti, following an inquiry by Command personnel.
The statement reads, “The Department of of State Service (DSS), Ekiti state command in collaboration with other security agencies in the state wishes ro alert the general public on the uncovering of fhe gruesome murder of Olorunfemi Olaofe (Prof).
“This was occasioned by the planned kidnap of Olaofe (Prof) by a gang of abojr seven suspected kidnappers at his residence, located at plot 12, 15th avenue, federal housing phase II, Ado Ekiti on 9th July, 2024.
“Investigation activities revealed that the kidnap incident was masterminded by the domestic staff, who invited others in carrying out the dastardly act.
“However, further investigation by the operatives of the command led to the discovery of Olaofe’s remains buried in a shallow grave at a farm settlement along Airport Road, Ijan-Ekiti
“In the light of the above, the command wishes to dress its profound gratitude to the state government for her invaluable support in the course of the ongoing investigation.
“However, the case will soon be transferred to the State Police Command doe prosecution having established a case of homicide”.