Suspected Assassin Olori Esho Remanded: Latest Developments from Lagos
⚖️ Legal Proceedings: Court Remands Alleged Assassin
- On August 5, 2025, Magistrate Court at Ogba formally arraigned Wasiu Akinwande, alias Olori Esho, on 11 criminal counts, including murder and unlawful possession of firearms. He was swiftly remanded into Kirikiri Correctional Centre, Lagos.
🚨 Background: Arrest & Allegations
- Akinwande, aged 44, was arrested on June 20, 2025, in Ogun State (Agbado area) during a covert operation code‑named “Silence, Speed and Surprise”, carried out by the Lagos State Police Tactical Squad.
- For over a decade (2009–2024), he is alleged to have led violent gangs behind murders, kidnappings, armed robberies, and cult-related killings—especially terrorizing the Mushin area of Lagos.
🧾 Charges & Evidence
- The police served a multi‑count charge list that includes the murder of Bankole Yusuf and Ramadan Yusuf (July 31, 2024) and the killing of 10‑year‑old Aminat Lateef (December 9, 2010) in Fadeyi.
- A weapons cache was seized and admitted as evidence by the suspect. Recovered items include:
- Two AK‑47 rifles, one K2 assault rifle, Red Ryder rifle, and three pump‑action shotguns
- Two locally made pistols, five magazines, over 100 rounds of live ammunition, a dagger, walkie‑talkies, and nine international passports.
🧭 Significance & Context
- Akinwande has been labeled by the Lagos Police as the “most wanted and vicious hired killer” in recent history, and his arrest is being hailed as a major security victory for Lagos residents.
- Four families have reportedly come forward to identify him as the person responsible for the deaths of their loved ones, adding emotional weight to ongoing investigations.
- The Commissioner of Police has directed the Deputy Commissioner of SCID to lead an expanded probe to track down co-actors and sponsors behind the alleged terror network.
🎥 Video from Court Proceedings
This clip covers today’s hearing and the court’s decision to remand the suspect into custody.
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📋 Summary Overview
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Name & Alias | Wasiu Akinwande (“Olori Esho”) |
| Legal Status | Arraigned in Ogba Magistrate Court; remanded at Kirikiri Prison |
| Number of Charges | 11-count charges including murder and firearms offences |
| Key Victims | Bankole Yusuf, Ramadan Yusuf, Aminat Lateef among others |
| Arrest Date & Place | June 20, 2025 – Agbado hideout, Ogun State |
| Recovered Evidence | Rifles, pistols, ammunition, dagger, walkie-talkies, passports |
| Police Classification | “Most wanted hired assassin” and cult-kingpin over a decade-long reign |
📌 What’s Next?
- Further investigation is ongoing, especially into accomplices, gang members, and potential masterminds.
- The Deputy Commissioner of SCID is spearheading this probe, with public cooperation encouraged.
- The next court steps may include a bail hearing (though unlikely) and scheduling of a full trial where victims’ families may testify.
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