An insider alleges a disagreement over remuneration preceded the death of Olori Basirat Ajibola, as police investigate the circumstances surrounding the shocking tragedy
Fresh allegations have emerged surrounding the death of Olori Basirat Ajibola, the senior wife of the Balogun of Ibadanland, Oba Tajudeen Ajibola, with an alleged dispute over remuneration involving domestic staff now featuring prominently in information garnered by TrendscopeNews
Although different accounts have circulated about the circumstances surrounding her sudden death, a source familiar with developments in the household alleged that a disagreement between the deceased and a domestic worker over wages preceded the incident.
According to the source, the disagreement reportedly involved a cleaner in the household who was said to have had an altercation with the deceased over settlement of her wages for the month of September, 2026.
Although different accounts have circulated about the circumstances surrounding her sudden death, a source familiar with developments in the household alleged that a disagreement between the deceased and a domestic worker over wages preceded the incident.
According to the source, the disagreement reportedly involved a cleaner in the household who was said to have had an altercation with the deceased over settlement of her wages for the month of September, 2026.
The insider alleged that the cleaner was unhappy with the situation after Olori Ajibola reportedly withheld part of the payment for the services not very well rendered with decision to offset the balance pending her husband’s return from London after the efficiency of the housemaid must have been assessed.
The source further claimed that the deceased subsequently paid the worker half from the due amount, but the payment did not resolve the disagreement and allegedly heightened tensions.
SECURITY GUARD ALSO MENTIONED IN ALLEGATIONS
The account shared with TrendscopeNews further alleged that the cleaner discussed her grievance with another domestic worker who has been fully paid, said to be a security guard and a fellow indigene of Benue State.
According to the source, the security guard allegedly encouraged or instigated the cleaner to confront the deceased upstairs, where the situation reportedly escalated.
The insider claimed that Olori Ajibola was subsequently found in a pool of blood, raising suspicions about the circumstances surrounding her death. Her two mobile phones were also reportedly missing following the incident.
The precise sequence of events, the cause of death and whether the alleged wages dispute was connected to the tragedy remain matters for investigators to establish.
POLICE INVESTIGATE AS SUSPECTS ARE ALLEGEDLY DETAINED
The source told TrendscopeNews that the police had taken the suspected domestic workers into custody and commenced an investigation into the incident.
The insider also claimed that investigators had made progress in their inquiries, although no independently verified details were available regarding the nature of the evidence gathered or the status of the suspects.
A postmortem examination was reportedly conducted, with the family awaiting the result as preparations continued for the burial of the deceased, scheduled for Sunday, October 11, according to the source.
The outcome of the examination is expected to provide medical evidence that could help clarify the circumstances surrounding her death.
TrendscopeNews could not independently confirm the allegations or establish whether the police had officially identified a motive. The suspects’ alleged involvement should therefore not be treated as proof of guilt.
OBA AJIBOLA RETURNS FROM LONDON
Meanwhile, Oba Tajudeen Ajibola has reportedly returned to Nigeria from his vacation in London following the death of his wife, as condolences and visits from sympathisers continue.
The tragedy has drawn the attention of prominent figures within Ibadan’s traditional institution and the wider political and social establishment, with visitors reportedly trooping to the monarch’s residence around the Sanyo area of Ibadan to console him.
Among those said to have visited was a representative of Oyo State Governor, Seyi Makinde.
Several traditional chiefs from Ibadanland, including Ilaji Hotel and Sports Resort Chairman, Chief Dotun Sanusi, Chief Bolaji Ayorinde SAN, Alhaji Olawoore OmoOkuorun, Oloye Akinade Fijabi Kilanko. Mogaji Wole Arisekola were also said to have visited the Balogun to express their condolences and offer support during this difficult period.
The visits reflect the position occupied by Oba Ajibola within Ibadan’s traditional hierarchy and the concern generated by the death of his senior wife.
A LOSS WITHIN IBADAN’S TRADITIONAL ESTABLISHMENT
Olori Ajibola’s death has sent ripples through Ibadan’s traditional establishment, given her position as Aare Onibon Iyalode of Ibadanland and her marriage to Oba Tajudeen Ajibola, a prominent member of the Olubadan-in-Council and head of the Balogun line.
Her passing has consequently become a matter of concern beyond the immediate family, drawing sympathy from traditional titleholders, associates and other prominent members of the community.
As the family prepares for her burial, attention is expected to remain on the police investigation and the findings of the postmortem examination, which could help establish what happened.
For now, the alleged remuneration dispute remains one of the accounts being circulated about the tragedy, while the full circumstances surrounding the death await clarification from the appropriate authorities.
The source further claimed that the deceased subsequently paid the worker half from the due amount, but the payment did not resolve the disagreement and allegedly heightened tensions.
SECURITY GUARD ALSO MENTIONED IN ALLEGATIONS
The account shared with TrendscopeNews further alleged that the cleaner discussed her grievance with another domestic worker who has been fully paid, said to be a security guard and a fellow indigene of Benue State.
According to the source, the security guard allegedly encouraged or instigated the cleaner to confront the deceased upstairs, where the situation reportedly escalated.
The insider claimed that Olori Ajibola was subsequently found in a pool of blood, raising suspicions about the circumstances surrounding her death. Her two mobile phones were also reportedly missing following the incident.
However, these claims remain allegations from an unnamed source and have not been independently verified by TrendscopeNews.
The precise sequence of events, the cause of death and whether the alleged wages dispute was connected to the tragedy remain matters for investigators to establish.
POLICE INVESTIGATE AS SUSPECTS ARE ALLEGEDLY DETAINED
The source told TrendscopeNews that the police had taken the suspected domestic workers into custody and commenced an investigation into the incident.
The insider also claimed that investigators had made progress in their inquiries, although no independently verified details were available regarding the nature of the evidence gathered or the status of the suspects.
A postmortem examination was reportedly conducted, with the family awaiting the result as preparations continued for the burial of the deceased, scheduled for Sunday, October 11, according to the source.
The outcome of the examination is expected to provide medical evidence that could help clarify the circumstances surrounding her death.
TrendscopeNews could not independently confirm the allegations or establish whether the police had officially identified a motive. The suspects’ alleged involvement should therefore not be treated as proof of guilt.
OBA AJIBOLA RETURNS FROM LONDON
Meanwhile, Oba Tajudeen Ajibola has reportedly returned to Nigeria from his vacation in London following the death of his wife, as condolences and visits from sympathisers continue.
The tragedy has drawn the attention of prominent figures within Ibadan’s traditional institution and the wider political and social establishment, with visitors reportedly trooping to the monarch’s residence around the Sanyo area of Ibadan to console him.
Among those said to have visited was a representative of Oyo State Governor, Seyi Makinde.
Several traditional chiefs from Ibadanland, including Ilaji Hotel and Sports Resort Chairman, Chief Dotun Sanusi, Chief Bolaji Ayorinde SAN, Alhaji Olawoore OmoOkuorun, Oloye Akinade Fijabi Kilanko. Mogaji Wole Arisekola were also said to have visited the Balogun to express their condolences and offer support during this difficult period.
The visits reflect the position occupied by Oba Ajibola within Ibadan’s traditional hierarchy and the concern generated by the death of his senior wife.
A LOSS WITHIN IBADAN’S TRADITIONAL ESTABLISHMENT
Olori Ajibola’s death has sent ripples through Ibadan’s traditional establishment, given her position as Aare Onibon Iyalode of Ibadanland and her marriage to Oba Tajudeen Ajibola, a prominent member of the Olubadan-in-Council and head of the Balogun line.
Her passing has consequently become a matter of concern beyond the immediate family, drawing sympathy from traditional titleholders, associates and other prominent members of the community.
As the family prepares for her burial, attention is expected to remain on the police investigation and the findings of the postmortem examination, which could help establish what happened.
For now, the alleged remuneration dispute remains one of the accounts being circulated about the tragedy, while the full circumstances surrounding the death await clarification from the appropriate authorities.
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