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Lagos Government Denies Allegations Of Shielding Suspects In Owode Onirin Killings.

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The Lagos State Government has refuted claims that it is shielding suspects linked to the killing of six traders at Owode Onirin, insisting that its decision not to prosecute was strictly based on lack of sufficient evidence.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶

In a statement released on Friday, the Attorney-General and Commissioner for Justice, Lawal Pedro, SAN, responded to a publication titled “Is Lagos State Shielding Killers?”, which criticised the handling of the August 27, 2025 incident involving Inspector Manu Bala and four other police officers.

Pedro described the report as “false, misleading and not supported by facts,” maintaining that no prima facie case was established against the suspects based on evidence submitted by the Lagos State Police Command.

He explained that the police, under Section 74 of the Administration of Criminal Justice Law of Lagos State, sent the case file to the Ministry of Justice for legal advice after initial investigations.

After reviewing witness statements, suspects’ accounts, and other documents, the ministry concluded that there was no direct evidence linking the accused officers to the deaths of the six traders.

According to him, there was no eyewitness testimony confirming that the policemen shot the victims, despite the incident reportedly taking place in a busy market environment.

Pedro added that available findings suggested traders allegedly attacked the police during a land dispute, during which one officer, Inspector Jibrin, was disarmed and his rifle reportedly used by a trader to fire shots. He also noted that the inspector was assaulted and later hospitalized.

He further stated that the only civilian suspect arrested was later confirmed not to have been present at the scene.

Due to the gravity of the case, the ministry initially held back a “no case to answer” opinion and ordered further investigation. On October 30, 2025, it requested key materials including autopsy reports, ballistic analysis, and firearm examination results.

However, he said the police failed to submit the requested documents within 45 days, despite a reminder sent on December 17, 2025, while the suspects remained in detention and were denied bail.

After about six months without additional evidence, the ministry issued its legal advice on March 3, 2026, stating that no prima facie case had been made against the suspects.

The advice recommended withdrawal of charges of conspiracy and involuntary manslaughter under Sections 411 and 224 of the Lagos Criminal Law due to insufficient evidence.

Pedro, however, stressed that the matter is not closed and could be reopened if new evidence emerges, noting that criminal prosecution has no time limit.

He disclosed that provisional post-mortem and ballistic reports were later submitted by the police after the legal advice was issued and are currently under review for possible further action.

Defending the decision, he said refusing to prosecute without adequate evidence is a legal and ethical duty, not an attempt to protect anyone.

He added that justice must balance the interests of victims, suspects, and society, warning against allowing emotion or speculation to drive criminal prosecution.

Pedro reaffirmed the government’s commitment to the rule of law, insisting that all decisions on prosecution will continue to be guided strictly by credible evidence and due process.

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  • End of Boycott Threat: European football nations are poised to withdraw their threat to boycott FIFA competitions after receiving key assurances from the global governing body, averting a standoff between UEFA and FIFA President Gianni Infantino [cite: European football nations are set to back down from their threat to boycott FIFA competitions after reportedly receiving assurances from the world football governing body., The development is expected to end an immediate standoff between UEFA and FIFA President Gianni Infantino, following a controversial proposal that had sparked strong opposition from European football officials.].....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶

    • Origins of the Crisis: The tension began last month when UEFA threatened to pull European teams from FIFA events over Infantino’s controversial plan to sell private investor shares in a commercial venture tied to the World Cup. Although Infantino dropped the proposal, UEFA sought guarantees against future structural changes.

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2027 RACE EXPLODES: Malami Breaks Silence, Names Campaign DG And Shakes Up The Political Landscape!.

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  • ADC Campaign Council Inauguration: Former Attorney-General of the Federation and Minister of Justice, Abubakar Malami—who is running for Governor of Kebbi State alongside running mate Musa Zagi on the African Democratic Congress (ADC) platform—inaugurated a massive campaign council comprising over 600 members from across the state’s senatorial districts and local governments [cite: Former Attorney-General of the Federation Abubakar Malami, has inaugurated the African Democratic Congress (ADC) campaign council in Kebbi State., The inauguration was held on Wednesday as more than 600 party members were unveiled as part of the campaign council, with representatives drawn from different local government areas, senatorial districts, communities and political backgrounds across Kebbi State., Abubakar Malami is contesting for Governor of Kebbi State on the ADC platform and Musa Zagi is his running mate.].....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶

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MARRIAGE MADNESS: Nollywood Star Ronke Oshodi Drops Shocking Confession That She Almost Went Insane After Walking Down The Aisle!.

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  • Struggles in Early Marriage: Nollywood actress Ronke Oshodi Oke shared during an interview on African A-List that she faced severe challenges shortly after getting married, which heavily impacted her physical and emotional well-being [cite: Nollywood actress Ronke Oshodi Oke has spoken on the difficult period she experienced during her marriage., The actress shared the experience during an interview on African A-List, where she reflected on her former marriage and the effect the challenges she faced had on her physical and emotional well-being.].....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶

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