Lawal has reportedly been replaced by senior police officer, Ohagwu Felix Ndukwe, who is expected to take over as the new Commissioner of Police in the state.

According to police sources at the Force Headquarters in Abuja, Lawal’s removal was allegedly connected to multiple controversies surrounding his tenure, including his reported decision to receive human rights activist Omoyele Sowore and other protesters who visited the Ondo State Police Headquarters to lodge complaints over the alleged assault on June 12 demonstrators in Akure.

Sources also claimed that allegations of financial misconduct within the command may have significantly influenced the decision. Reports alleged that some of Lawal’s subordinates accused him of imposing compulsory monthly levies of up to ₦2 million on officers under his command.

Multiple insiders within the Ondo State Police Command reportedly described a system of mandatory financial remittances running into millions of naira, which they said placed severe financial and psychological pressure on personnel.

According to the allegations, the burden of meeting these financial demands had serious consequences for officers, with some sources claiming it contributed to the death of CSP Nimrod Anaka, the Divisional Police Officer of Kajola Police Station in Odigbo Local Government Area. He was reportedly said to have died from high blood pressure allegedly worsened by the pressure associated with the demands.

The incident was said to have generated internal outrage within the command, although many officers reportedly avoided speaking publicly for fear of retaliation.

Lawal had previously faced criticism over similar allegations in 2025, when reports emerged accusing him of creating a financially oppressive environment for subordinates.

In a separate controversy, some clerics in Ondo State also accused the police command under Lawal of extorting ₦2 million from them following their arrest in February 2026 at Saint Paul Anglican Church in Odode-Idanre.

The affected clerics, including Olarewaju Fadahunsi, Gbadura Marvellous, Arijesulola Kayode, Tijani, and Kolade, alleged that they were treated harshly during detention. One of them further claimed they were threatened while under police supervision.

Reports indicate that the actress shared the update on Instagram, revealing that she joined close friends and colleagues in visiting Alexx’s home, where they spent time with his wife and reflected on memories of the late actor.

She noted that the gathering was deeply emotional, with moments of grief mixed with laughter as those present recounted Alexx’s personality, his impact, and the memories they shared with him while he was alive.

According to Uche Jombo, Alexx Ekubo lived a very intentional life and was known for careful planning and meaningful relationships. She said attendees spoke about the lessons, conversations, and love he shared with them over the years.

She added that she believes the late actor is now at peace and free from suffering, while reassuring his wife that she would continue to receive support from his close friends and colleagues.

In her words, she described the moment as both painful and comforting, noting that even in grief, there was a sense of celebration of the life he lived.