BREAKING: Tension in Lagos Community as Gunmen Kill Monarch's Son

• The Ajiran community in the Agungi area of Lekki, Lagos state, is currently gripped by tension and apprehension
• This follows the shooting death of Damola, the son of the community's traditional ruler, Ojomu Tijani Akinloye of Ajiran land, on Monday, August 26
• A source who spoke on the condition of anonymity disclosed that Demola was shot and butchered by gunmen, leaving many people to leave the community

Tension has gripped the Ajiran community in Agungi Area, Lekki axis of Lagos state, following the gruesome murder of Demola, the first son of the Ojomu of Ajiran land, Tijani Akinloye.

The incident occurred on Monday along Chevron Drive near Ebano Supermarket. A source, who spoke on condition of anonymity, revealed that gunmen shot and butchered Demola, leaving the community in shock and fear.

The assassination has led to a mass exodus of residents, who are deserting the area due to the tension.

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The management of an estate in the community confirmed the incident in a notice sent to residents, appealing to them to avoid the Chevron, Agungi, and Ajiran areas for their safety.

The notice read:

"Ajiran (Agungi) king's son was assassinated today along Chevron Drive (close to Ebano Supermarket) this morning."

Police to speak on murder of monarch's son

The Lagos state police command has been notified of the incident, but spokesperson Benjamin Hundeyin said he was not yet privy to the information.

He assured journalists that he would brief the press once he receives details of the matter.

The community remains on edge, with residents fearing for their safety. The incident has raised concerns about the security situation in the area, and residents are calling for increased police presence to prevent further violence.

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The identities of the assailants remain unclear as of the time of this report.

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Tinubu presided over the ceremony at the state house in Abuja on Friday morning, August 23.

Justice Kudirat Kekere-Ekun will be in the acting capacity of the CJN until her confirmation by the Senate.

Proofreading by James, Ojo Adakole, journalist and copy editor at Legit.ng.

Source: Legit.ng