The Centre for Physically Challenged and Human Rights (CPCHR), Campaign for Dignity in Governance, Campaign Against Impunity, Centre for Human and Socio-Economic Rights (CHSR), and others have cautioned against
alleged moves to obstruct justice in the ongoing Ajiran’s murder case.They alleged that there is a troubling pattern of misinformation, media distortion, and calculated attempts to undermine the administration of justice in the murder case involving Sheriff Ishola Salami and Prince Ademola Akinloye in Ajiran, Lagos State. They said they have observed with grave concern a deliberate use of public platforms to circulate misleading narratives, a coordinated campaign driven by certain commentators and online personalities sought to distort facts and dangerously reframe a principal murder suspect, Ahmed Tajudeen Akanbi, as a victim. They said the actions are not only irresponsible but a direct threat to justice.
The tragic killings of Sheriff Ishola Salami and Prince Ademola Akinloye in 2023 and 2024 sent shockwaves through Ajiran and the wider Nigerian society. Following initial concerns over the pace of investigation, a formal petition dated January 7, 2026, was submitted on behalf of the Ojomu Chieftaincy Family.
In response, the Inspector-General of Police issued a directive on January 8, 2026, mandating a comprehensive review and investigation of the case. The directive was transmitted to the then Commissioner of Police, Lagos State now Assistant Inspector-General of Police, Zone 2, Olohundare Moshood Jimoh. The groups said that the renewed investigation yielded critical breakthroughs, including eyewitness testimony detailing the violent attacks, confessional statements from arrested suspects establishing operational links and corroborative evidence suggesting financial sponsorship and orchestration.
“The arrest of Ahmed Tajudeen Akanbi was carried out lawfully and transparently, supported by valid court orders from both the Magistrate Court and the Federal High Court, Lagos and international collaboration through INTERPOL, leading to his apprehension and return to Nigeria. “We categorically reject recent allegations circulating in the public domain accusing AIG Moshood Jimoh of corruption, bias, or abuse of office. After a thorough review of official records and documented proceedings, we find such claims to be baseless, reckless and intentionally misleading
“There is no credible evidence to support these accusations. On the contrary, the AIG’s actions demonstrate discipline, professionalism, and fidelity to the law, so, we caution individuals and platforms against weaponizing misinformation to obstruct justice.
The joint statement added: “Notwithstanding, we express serious concern regarding credible reports of unprofessional conduct by certain operatives within the Delta Force Unit at SCID Panti. Allegations of bias, interference, and actions capable of distorting evidence are deeply troubling. We therefore call on the Inspector-General of Police to investigate the conduct of the State Criminal Investigation Department (SCID) Yaba.
“We further express concern that the current Commissioner of Police, Lagos State, has remained publicly silent on this matter since assuming office. Such silence, in a case of this magnitude, raises legitimate questions and must be addressed. “We call on the Inspector-General of Police to issue clear directives restraining retired officers, including CSP Yetunde Cardoso (rtd.) and CSP Ejiofor, from interfering in or attempting to influence the course of this investigation and prosecution.
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