- Suspected Cult Leader Shot Dead in Surulere as Police Launch Manhunt
- The victim was popularly known as Yinka Agali
- The attackers abandoned one of their vehicles at the scene before escaping in another
Residents of Surulere were left shaken after a late-night shooting claimed the life of a man identified as a suspected cult figure in the area.
Eko Hot Blog reports that the victim, Adedipe Adeyinkan, popularly known as Yinka Agali, was reportedly killed on Saturday night in the Iponri axis of Lagos.
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Many in the community described the incident as disturbing, especially as it happened in a busy area where people live and move daily.
According to reports, the attack occurred while he was driving, with gunmen opening fire before fleeing the scene. While some accounts suggest the killing may be linked to ongoing rivalry between cult groups, others believe it could be connected to rising political tensions ahead of local elections.
Confirming the incident, the Lagos State Police Command said officers responded to a distress call around 11:30 p.m. near the National Stadium Bridge towards Iponri.
Police spokesperson, Abimbola Adebisi, explained that the victim was found inside a vehicle with gunshot wounds and was rushed to Mainland General Hospital in Yaba, where he was later confirmed dead.
She added that the attackers abandoned one of their vehicles at the scene before escaping in another. Both vehicles have since been recovered, while investigations are ongoing to track down those responsible.
For residents in the area, the incident has raised fresh concerns about safety and the lingering threat of cult-related violence within communities.
In a separate development, the police also confirmed a case involving the robbery of job seekers in the Magodo area, where unsuspecting individuals were lured with fake job interviews.
Authorities have urged members of the public to remain vigilant, especially when responding to job offers online, and to always verify their authenticity before attending any meeting.
As investigations continue, many residents are calling for stronger security presence and proactive measures to prevent further violence and protect lives across Lagos communities.
