Monday, April 13, 2026 - The Lagos State Police Command has commenced an investigation into the fatal shooting of one Adedipe Adeyinkan, popularly known as Agali, on the National Stadium Bridge, inward to the Iponri area of the state.
According to Punch, the incident occurred on Saturday
evening. The victim was reportedly rushed to a hospital in Yaba, where he was
confirmed dead on arrival.
Confirming the development in a post on its X handle on
Sunday, the command stated, “The command is aware of the shooting incident
involving Adedipe Adeyinkan, popularly known as ‘Agali’, which occurred on
April 11, 2026, at about 11:30 pm on National Stadium Bridge inward Iponri.”
The police added that the probe followed viral social media
reports and footage that surfaced shortly after the incident.
A video from the scene, shared by @naijaconfra, an X handle
known for reporting cult-related activities, showed a damaged white vehicle at
the location, with a crowd gathered around.
The post alleged, “Iponri, Surulere: Last night, the number
one figure of the Buccaneers cult group, known as Agali, was killed in the
Iponri area of Surulere.
“Agali was the most feared and influential figure in the
Buccaneers cult in Surulere. He was described as nice, friendly, and wealthy.”
Cult-related violence has remained a recurring security
challenge in parts of Lagos, often involving clashes among rival groups such as
the Buccaneers, Eiye, and Aiye.
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