Top Nigerian Socialite Fatally Shot at Midnight in Lagos as Video Emerges
- The Lagos State Police Command launched a high-priority investigation into the fatal shooting of a popular socialite in the state
- The victim, popularly known as Agali, was attacked around 11.30 pm on April 11, 2026, along the National Stadium Bridge in Surulere, raising security concerns
- He was rushed to Mainland General Hospital, Yaba, where he was confirmed dead, as police said no suspects had yet been identified
Lagos state - A prominent social figure, Adedipe Adeyinkan, has been fatally shot in Lagos.
The state police command announced that it has commenced a high-priority investigation into the tragic killing.
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Adeyinkan, widely known as “Agali”, was attacked late on Saturday night, April 11, along the National Stadium Bridge in the Surulere area, an incident that has triggered widespread reactions across the city and on social media, PM News reported.
Incident occurred late at night on major bridge
According to official accounts, the shooting happened at about 11.30 pm on April 11, 2026, while the victim was travelling inward towards Iponri.
Details surrounding the attackers and their motive remain unclear. However, the bold nature of the assault on a major roadway has heightened concerns about security, particularly during nighttime hours in the Surulere axis.
Victim confirmed dead at hospital
Following the attack, bystanders and emergency responders rushed Adeyinkan to Mainland General Hospital in Yaba.
Despite efforts by medical personnel to save his life, he was pronounced dead shortly after arrival at the facility.
Police launch investigation, no suspects yet
In a statement issued on Sunday, April 12 and shared on X, the police confirmed both the identity of the victim and the circumstances of the incident.
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“The Command is aware of the shooting incident involving Adedipe Adeyinkan, popularly known as ‘Agali’. The victim was rushed to Mainland General Hospital, Yaba, where he was confirmed dead,” the police stated.
Authorities have yet to identify any suspects or determine whether the killing was a targeted attack or a failed robbery.
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The Command added that investigations are ongoing to “ascertain the circumstances surrounding the incident” and ensure that those responsible are brought to justice.
Rivers King escapes assassination
Legit.ng previously reported that the King of the ancient Bangha Kingdom in Khana Local Government Area of Rivers state, His Royal Majesty Suanu Baridam, narrowly escaped death after gunmen opened fire on his vehicle on Sunday, January 25.
The first-class monarch was reportedly attacked along the Taabaa Junction–Sogho axis while returning from an engagement in Okwale community, all within Khana LGA. Sources said the assailants attempted to stop the monarch’s vehicle, but the driver refused to halt. The gunmen subsequently opened fire, injuring the king in the leg, while the driver also sustained gunshot wounds.
Although the motive for the attack could not be confirmed at the time of filing this report, preliminary findings suggested that the gunmen intended to assassinate the traditional ruler. This incident marked the second time King Baridam survived an assassination attempt. He is currently receiving treatment at an undisclosed hospital in Port Harcourt.
Proofreading by Funmilayo Aremu, copy editor at Legit.ng.
Source: Legit.ng
