
Timileyin Ajayi’s Legal Battle Over NYSC Member’s Death
Gospel singer Timileyin Ajayi has pleaded not guilty to the murder of 24-year-old National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) member Salome Adaidu. Ajayi was arraigned on January 27, 2025, at the High Court of Justice in Lafia, Nasarawa State, facing a charge of culpable homicide punishable by death.
Despite earlier confessions to the crime, Ajayi maintained his innocence during the court proceedings. The case has garnered significant public attention due to the gruesome nature of the murder and the involvement of a public figure.
Ajayi’s arrest followed the discovery of Adaidu’s dismembered body, with reports indicating that her remains were found in multiple locations. The investigation revealed that Ajayi had been in a relationship with Adaidu, and authorities are examining the circumstances leading to her death.