Concerned civil rights advocates have renewed calls for justice over the killings of Mr. Sheriff Ishola Salami and Prince Kazeem Ademola Akinloye in Ajiran Community, Eti Osa Local Government Area of Lagos State, insisting that the criminal cases must proceed without interference until the courts deliver their verdicts.
The group made the appeal during a solidarity visit to Assistant Inspector General of Police Olohundare Jimoh, who currently heads the Zone 2 Police Command covering Lagos and Ogun states. They commended his leadership during his tenure as Commissioner of Police in Lagos, describing it as instrumental in advancing investigations into the two murder cases.
According to the activists, Salami was killed on April 18, 2023, while Prince Kazeem Ademola Akinloye, the first son of the Ojomu of Ajiranland, was murdered on August 26, 2024. They maintained that both incidents deserve thorough investigation and justice for the victims and their families.
The delegation alleged that some individuals linked to the cases have continued to sponsor campaigns aimed at discrediting the police investigation and damaging the reputation of officers who handled the matter. They urged members of the public to separate verified facts from unsubstantiated claims circulating on social media.
The group recalled that AIG Jimoh assumed office as Commissioner of Police, Lagos State Command, on February 18, 2025. Shortly after his appointment, the command reportedly received a petition from Olarotimi Williams Chambers seeking investigation and prosecution over the two killings in Ajiran.
Following the petition, the then Commissioner of Police reportedly directed detectives to commence a comprehensive investigation. The inquiry, according to the activists, led to the arrest of two suspects.
They further claimed that the suspects allegedly made confessional statements detailing how the crimes were carried out and identified individuals they claimed were connected to the killings. Based on the outcome of the investigation, the police subsequently declared Lagos businessman Hammed Tajudeen Akanbi, also known as Ahmed Ajiran or Hamed Tajudeen, wanted in connection with the case.
The activists also alleged that efforts were made by interested parties to frustrate the investigation through influence and lobbying after it became clear that the police intended to pursue the matter to its legal conclusion. They added that the suspect was eventually arrested in the Republic of Benin.
While acknowledging that the matter is now before the court, the group stressed that it would be inappropriate to comment on issues that could prejudice the judicial process. They, however, expressed confidence that the legal system would determine the case based on the evidence presented before it.
The delegation described AIG Jimoh as a disciplined and professional police officer whose commitment to justice has earned public confidence. They said officers who uphold the rule of law should be encouraged rather than subjected to campaigns of intimidation.
They equally appealed to residents, community leaders and stakeholders to remain calm and allow the courts to determine the facts surrounding the killings. They warned against attempts to manipulate public opinion through misinformation or coordinated media attacks.
Reaffirming their commitment to justice, the civil rights advocates urged Nigerians to support lawful investigations and respect the judicial process. They insisted that only a transparent trial and impartial judgment can provide lasting justice for Sheriff Ishola Salami, Prince Kazeem Ademola Akinloye, their families and the Ajiran community.