Incident

One killed as hoodlums and monarch supporters clash over new park in Lagos Open

Category: Violent Attacks
Time: 22 Jul 25, 05:04PM
Address: Alaba Ojo Alaba Rago Modern Market Abuja Lane, Ojo, Alasia 102113, Lagos, Nigeria
Source: Anonymous

Violence broke out in the Alaba Rago area of Iba, Lagos State, on Sunday following a confrontation between road transport workers, commonly known as agberos, and supporters of a local traditional ruler. The unrest resulted in the death of a yet-to-be-identified pedestrian who was fatally struck by a speeding vehicle during the chaos. The incident reportedly followed the unveiling of a new motor park in the area, allegedly established by the monarch to serve vehicles travelling to Nigeria’s northern and eastern regions. The facility, which was launched over the weekend, is said to have sparked tension among existing transport workers, who viewed it as a threat to their control over the park system and revenue collection in the area. Residents of the community said the conflict began in the early hours of Sunday, intensifying as both groups confronted one another near the newly constructed park. Amid the fracas, a pedestrian attempting to cross the road was hit by an oncoming vehicle, leading to fatal injuries. The victim died on the spot.

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