Interpol arrests suspect in Lagos prince murder case
Prince Ademola Akinloye and Sheriff Ishola Salami were killed in separate attacks in Lagos, prompting calls for justice from the Ajiran Elite Troupe. The International Criminal Police Organisation (INTERPOL) arrested Hammed Tajudeen Akanbi, a Lagos businessman, in connection with the murders. Police officials say the arrest followed renewed investigations and international cooperation. Civil society groups are urging a thorough and impartial inquiry into the killings.
What happened
- Akinloye was killed along Chevron Drive near Ebeano Supermarket in the Agungi area, while Salami was murdered in the Moba community, Ajah.
- Nine suspects were arrested after investigations linked them to the crimes, and Akanbi was declared wanted on February 19.
- Akanbi was apprehended in Cotonou, Benin Republic, on April 15 and handed over to the Assistant Inspector General of Police, Olohundare Jimoh, on Monday.
- The group said an ex parte order was filed on March 30 and granted on April 10, 2026, by a Federal High Court to secure Akanbi’s arrest.
- Civil society organisations stress the importance of justice for the victims and their families, clarifying the case is unrelated to land or kingship disputes.
