The Kogi State Police Command has arrested Paul Jeremiah, a 20-year-old undergraduate, in connection with the kidnapping and murder of Damilola, a 19-year-old first-year student at the Federal University, Lafia.
SP William Ovie Aya, the Police Public Relations Officer, confirmed the arrest on Thursday in Lokoja. According to Aya, the police are still investigating the case to uncover further details surrounding the tragic incident.
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Damilola was reported missing on September 4, 2024. Reports indicate that Jeremiah, along with others, had initially demanded a ransom of N10 million from her family. After the family paid N400,000, Jeremiah, who is reportedly from Kaduna State, became dissatisfied with the amount. He allegedly killed Damilola and mutilated her body.
While the police did not disclose how Jeremiah was apprehended, they confirmed that he is currently in custody, and further investigations are ongoing.
