Tragedy struck in Lagos after a gospel singer, Matthew Ogundele, and three members of his crew were discovered dead inside a music studio in the Abraham Adesanya area of Ajah.
According to information available, the Lagos State Police Command has confirmed the arrest of a suspect in connection with the incident as investigations continue into the circumstances surrounding the deaths.
The victims were identified as Matthew Ogundele, Itunu Ogundele, Joseph Sanya, and popular blogger Matthew Awosanya, widely known as JoesTv. Their sudden passing has sent shockwaves through the gospel music community and among followers who had interacted with them shortly before the tragedy.
Reports indicate that the singer and his team hadOlanireti Akinbola been invited to minister on Tuesday, the second day of a three-day birthday praise programme organised by fellow gospel artiste . After completing their assignment late into the night, they reportedly chose to remain at the studio to rest rather than travel elsewhere.
Their bodies were then discovered on Wednesday, prompting immediate concern and the involvement of law enforcement authorities.
While speculation has circulated online, police have urged the public to remain calm and allow investigators to determine what truly happened. Officials say preliminary steps, including securing the location and gathering evidence, are already underway, and further updates will be communicated as facts become clearer.
Friends, fans, and colleagues have taken to social media to express disbelief and grief, remembering Ogundele and his crew as passionate individuals dedicated to spreading the gospel through music and media. Tributes have continued to pour in, with many calling for a thorough investigation and justice for the deceased.
The incident has once again highlighted the risks of misinformation in the early stages of developing stories, as authorities work to piece together timelines and verify accounts from witnesses and organisers.
As families mourn their loved ones, the wider community waits anxiously for answers that might explain how a night of worship and celebration ended in such heartbreaking loss.
