The Lagos State Taskforce yesterday announced the death of one of its officers, Inspector Saka Ganiyu with AP/No 223409, who was fatally stabbed by a driver, alleged to be a soldier during an enforcement operation at Volks Bus Stop, along the Ojo-Iyana Iba Road, Ojo.
The incident which occurred at about 7am took the sad turn when the Lagos State Taskforce’s Anti-One-Way team, led by Superintendent of Police James Nnadi, apprehended a white T4 bus for driving against traffic.
The bus, loaded with passengers, was flagged down by the Taskforce officers. Upon trying to effect the confiscation of the vehicle, the driver who was identified as military personnel, but not in uniform, created a scene, wielding dangerous weapon. During the assault, Inspector Saka Ganiyu was viciously stabbed in the right thigh by the driver.
Despite immediate medical attention and being rushed to the Lagos State University Teaching Hospital (LASUTH), Inspector Ganiyu died.
The Lagos State Taskforce condemns this brutal and unwarranted attack on law enforcement officers who were dutifully carrying out their legal responsibilities to ensure compliance with traffic regulations and maintain public order in the State.
The incident is being investigated by the State Police Command and justice will be served on the driver.
The Lagos State Taskforce extends its deepest condolences to the family of Inspector Saka Ganiyu during this difficult time.