Ajiran Murder Case: Official Records Clear AIG Jimoh of Bias Allegations
Newly surfaced police documents appear to contradict allegations of corruption and abuse of office made against Assistant Inspector‑General of Police, Zone 2, AIG Olohundare Moshood Jimoh, in connection with the investigation into the Ajiran double‑murder case.
The records reviewed by our correspondent show that the probe into the killings of Prince Ademola Akinloye and Sheriff Ishola Salami began after a formal petition was submitted to the Inspector‑General of Police by Chief Rotimi Williams’ Chambers on behalf of the Ojomu Chieftaincy Family of Ajiran. An official memo dated January 8, 2026, directed then Lagos State Commissioner of Police, Jimoh, to investigate the allegations—indicating he acted on lawful instructions rather than personal discretion.
This documentary trail challenges claims by a social media activist who accused the senior officer of bias and corruption but has not publicly presented evidence to support the allegations.
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Investigation records show detectives obtained statements from multiple witnesses, including the widow of one victim. Two suspects—Shafi Fatai (“Fabo”) and Yusuf Ismaila (“Bariga”)—allegedly made confessional statements implicating businessman Hammed Tajudeen Akanbi as the financier of the killings. Additional witness testimony reportedly alleged attempts to secure the release of suspects in exchange for resolving a land dispute.
Court documents attached to the memo also show that Magistrate Court No. 3, Ogba granted police leave to arrest and remand the suspect on February 16, 2026, while the Federal High Court, Lagos, issued a separate arrest warrant on April 10, 2026. Legal analysts note that the Federal High Court order remained valid unless set aside.
The records further state that Akanbi was arrested by INTERPOL Benin Republic, handed over to INTERPOL Nigeria, and detained at SCID Panti, with no evidence of improper personal interaction between him and AIG Jimoh.
Civil society group Centre for Human and Socio‑Economic Rights (CHSR) has commended Jimoh for professionalism and diligence in the investigation, while urging continued neutrality from all officers involved.
Legal experts say the case underscores a key democratic principle: allegations must be tested against documentary evidence and judicial review—not social‑media narratives. The Ajiran murder case remains before the courts, and all parties retain the constitutional presumption of innocence until proven guilty.
By PRNigeria
