Nigerian Businessman Wanted For Murder In Lagos, Arested In Benin Republic

The International Criminal Police Organisation (INTERPOL) has arrested Hammed Tajudeen Akanbi, a businessman from Lagos, in Cotonou, Benin Republic, over his alleged involvement in a murder case in Lagos.

Akanbi was declared wanted by the Lagos police in February for his role in violent crimes in Ajiran, a community in Eti-Osa Local Government Area of Lagos State.

He was accused of intentionally destroying property and allegedly sending hitmen to the area, where Ademola Akinloye, the son of a local traditional ruler, was killed.

After months of tracking, INTERPOL arrested Akanbi at a hotel in Cotonou.

He was handed over to Moshood Jimoh, the assistant inspector-general of police (AIG) for Zone 2, on April 15.

Speaking at a press briefing on Monday, Jimoh explained that Akanbi had been fleeing Lagos and moving between different countries to avoid arrest.

Jimoh revealed that Akanbi was involved in several murders and property destruction over many years in Lagos.

“This case involves multiple murders, attempted murders, and destruction of lives and property spanning several years.

“The suspect, Ahmed Akanbi, was earlier declared wanted alongside other accomplices, Safiu Fatai, Yusuf Ismaila, Soji Mascot, and one Kenny.

“I can confirm to you that he has now been arrested by INTERPOL operatives in Benin Republic and handed over to INTERPOL Nigeria, and today he was handed to us at Zone 2 command.

“Investigations will be concluded before he is charged to court,” Jimoh said.

Jimoh also revealed that some of Akanbi’s accomplices had confessed to carrying out the murders under his orders.

Among the victims were Sheriff Ishola, who was killed on April 18, 2023, and Akinloye, who was murdered on August 26, 2024, both in the Eti-Osa area of Lagos.

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