NURTW leader faces court over alleged dispatch rider killing
A 55-year-old NURTW chieftain, Shamsudeen Oladiti (aka “Shamelon”), has been arraigned before the Lagos State High Court in Ikeja. He faces charges of involuntary manslaughter, conspiracy, and attempted murder following the alleged killing of dispatch rider Ramon Imam. The prosecution detailed incidents that occurred between August 27 and September 17, 2025, on Lewis Street, Lagos Island. The court has set the next trial date for June 15, 2026.
What happened
- Shamsudeen Oladiti was arraigned for involuntary manslaughter, conspiracy, and attempted murder.
- The offences allegedly took place between August 27 and September 17, 2025, on Lewis Street, Lagos Island.
- The prosecution claims that on September 17, 2025, Oladiti caused the death of Ramon Imam by beating him.
- On August 27, 2025, Oladiti allegedly attempted to murder Samuel Omale by beating him and causing severe injuries.
- The court adjourned the case till June 15, 2026, for trial and ordered a medical status confirmation for the defendant.
