The Lagos Assembly condemns the murder of Prince Kazeem Ademola Akinloye and urges a thorough investigation by Governor Sanwo-Olu and the IGP.

[dropcap]T[/dropcap]he Lagos State House of Assembly has expressed strong disapproval of the murder of Prince Kazeem Ademola Akinloye, the first son of the Ojomu of Ajiran land, Oba Tijani Akinloye.

The House called on Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu and Inspector-General of Police, Kayode Egbetokun, to ensure a thorough investigation into the tragic incident to deliver justice for the grieving royal family.

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Prince Akinloye was shot and stabbed on August 26, 2024, along Chevron Drive, in the Lekki area of Lagos. Raising the matter under ‘Matters of Urgent Public Importance’, Majority Leader Hon. Noheem Adams called for an immediate investigation, stressing the need for justice.

The Deputy Majority Leader, Hon. Ademola Richard Kasunmu, urged security agencies in the state to improve their efforts, while Hon. Gbolahan Yishawu (Eti-Osa 2) cited another recent murder in the same area. He highlighted the need to solve these killings swiftly.

Hon. Adewale Temitope (Ifako-Ijaiye I) noted that government has a duty to protect lives and property but expressed concern over Lagos’ growing insecurity. He called for the empowering of the state’s Neighbourhood Safety Corps to enhance security efforts.

Deputy Speaker, Hon. Mojisola Lasbat Meranda, who presided over the session, urged the police to strengthen security at the royal palace while investigations continue. The House also resolved to send a letter of condolence to the Ojomu royal family.