Public Interest and Human Rights Lawyer, Inibehe Effiong, has called for a thorough investigation into the confession of extra-judicial killings made by Wale Ajetunmobi, a media aide to Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu. Ajetunmobi was recently suspended following his controversial statements regarding the arson attack on Television Continental (TVC) during the #EndSARS protests.
In a post shared on X (formerly Twitter), Effiong criticized the Lagos State Government’s response, emphasizing that suspending Ajetunmobi is insufficient to address the gravity of his claims.
Effiong’s Statement
Effiong urged Governor Sanwo-Olu and law enforcement agencies to act decisively. He stated:
“Suspending Wale Ajetunmobi as your aide does not address the alarming confession of extra-judicial killings made by him. This matter has to be investigated thoroughly by law enforcement agencies. He should be taken into custody immediately.”
Effiong highlighted Ajetunmobi’s admission that individuals accused of burning down TVC were “hunted and executed.” He called on TVC, as a media organization, to demand a full investigation into the claims.
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Demands for Transparency
The lawyer raised critical questions regarding the fate of suspects allegedly involved in the arson:
- Who were the suspects arrested for the TVC attack?
- Were charges filed against them?
- What led to their purported execution without trial?
Effiong expressed concern about the absence of accountability and condemned the notion of individuals acting as “executioners” outside the judiciary’s authority.
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Public Outcry and Legal Ramifications
The revelation has sparked outrage, with calls for the Lagos State Government and Police Command to disclose the circumstances surrounding the alleged extra-judicial killings. Effiong stressed the importance of adhering to constitutional processes, noting that the judiciary is the only institution empowered to determine guilt in criminal cases.
Background
Ajetunmobi’s controversial remarks have raised fresh questions about government involvement in post-#EndSARS violence.
His statements suggest that suspects involved in the arson attack on TVC were tracked and killed, though no official records of arrests or prosecutions have been disclosed.
The Lagos State Government has yet to issue a detailed response.
