Lagos Police Arrest Two Suspects, Declare Businessman Alhaji Ahmed Tajudeen Akanbi Wanted Over 2023 & 2024 Murders
By Arikawe Femi, The People’s Voice Nigeria News
CP Olohundare Jimoh, Commissioner of Police, Lagos State Command, addressing journalists during a press briefing on the arrest of suspects linked to the 2023 and 2024 murders in Eti-Osa on Thursday.
The Lagos State Police Command has arrested two suspects in connection with the alleged contract killings of two men in separate incidents that occurred in Eti-Osa Local Government Area of Lagos State in 2023 and 2024. During a press briefing on Thursday, CP Olohundare Jimoh, the Lagos State Commissioner of Police, detailed the arrests and ongoing investigations, emphasizing the Command’s commitment to solving long-standing unresolved cases.
The two suspects currently in police custody are Safiu Fatai, alias Fabo, 40, and Yusuf Ismaila, alias Bariga.
CP Jimoh said, “The two principal suspects have made useful voluntary statements and confessed to their involvement in the killings.” Safiu Fatai was arrested on January 24, 2026, and his statements led to the arrest of Yusuf Ismaila on February 6, 2026.
Murder of Sheriff Salami Ishola
The first victim, Sheriff Salami Ishola, 37, was allegedly murdered on April 18, 2023, at approximately 3:00 p.m. in Moba Town, Eti-Osa LGA.
CP Jimoh stated, “The deceased was dragged into an isolated building by Safiu Fatai, Yusuf Ismaila, Soji Mascot, and Kenny. He was held down and shot several times. He died on the spot.” The suspects reportedly used locally fabricated pistols, an axe, and machetes in the attack.
Murder of Prince Ademola Akinloye
The second victim, Prince Ademola Akinloye, 38, son of Oba Adetunji Akinloye, was allegedly killed on August 26, 2024, at approximately 11:00 a.m. along Chevron Road, Ajiran, Eti-Osa LGA.
According to CP Jimoh, “The same suspects confessed to being part of the gang that killed Prince Ademola Akinloye in similar circumstances with the first murder. The gang carried out the killing in broad daylight along Chevron Road.”
Both killings were allegedly carried out on the instructions of Alhaji Ahmed Tajudeen Akanbi, 38, CEO/MD of HAMTAJAK & HALROMALK, Ajiran, Eti-Osa LGA, Lagos State.
According to CP Jimoh, “the two principal suspects confessed that Alhaji Ahmed Tajudeen Akanbi paid the suspects a total of ₦2 million after the first murder and promised them other opportunities, including travel abroad and positions in society. He is now declared wanted for his role in both murders.”
Other suspects still at large include Soji Mascot, Kenny and Bode.
CP Jimoh urged the public, “We encourage all Lagosians, Nigerians, and people across the world to report any of the declared wanted persons if seen, to the nearest police station or through our contact numbers.”
Public Appeal and Contact Information
The Lagos State Police Command has made public the official lines for reporting credible information regarding wanted suspects:
- 07061019374
- 08065154338
- 08063299264
- 08039344870
- 09168630929
CP Jimoh emphasized, “The Command will leave no stone unturned to ensure all suspects are apprehended and brought to justice.”
The Commissioner highlighted that although the murders occurred before his tenure, the cases were reopened when new facts emerged as to the perpetrators of the crimes.
He said, “Upon assuming office, I directed discreet and thorough investigations. This resulted in the arrest of Safiu Fatai and Yusuf Ismaila. Investigation is ongoing to apprehend all suspects at large.”
