Nigeria, Feb. 9 -- The deceased were identified as Matthew Ogundele, popularly known as Segun Praise, a gospel artiste; Itunu Ogundele; Joseph Sanya; and a gospel blogger, Matthew Awosanya, also known as JoesTv.

Police spokesperson Abimbola Adebisi said the case was first reported at the Ajah Police Division before being transferred to the State Criminal Investigation Department. She confirmed that one suspect, identified as the organiser of the event at which the victims were scheduled to perform, is currently in police custody.

"One suspect, identified as the organiser of the event, is currently in custody. Investigation is ongoing while we await the autopsy report," Adebisi said.

According to police findings, the victims had been i...