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Owode Onirin killings: Lagos Govt denies shielding suspects

Friday, April 24, 2026

Lagos State officials say they are not shielding the alleged perpetrators of the Owode Onirin market massacre, arguing that the case lacks sufficient evidence to pursue prosecution. The Attorney‑General’s response counters claims the government is protecting suspects, amid public outcry for justice for the six traders

The Lagos State Government has denied allegations that it is protecting suspects linked to the killing of six traders at Owode Onirin, stating that its decision not to prosecute was based solely on insufficient evidence. In a detailed response issued on Friday, the Attorney-General and Commissioner for Justice, Lawal Pedro, SAN, faulted a publication titled […] Owode Onirin killings: Lagos Govt denies shielding suspects