The Eniafe family is grieving after man was shot dead at an NNPC petrol station in Obalende, Lagos, causing the tragic death of Toheeb Eniafe . The incident, which occurred late Wednesday, has heightened anxiety among local residents.
Eniafe was waiting in line for petrol when two presumed military personnel tried to skip ahead, sparking a dispute. Witnesses confirm Eniafe advocated for fairness in the queue.
One of the men escalated the altercation, fatally shooting Eniafe before fleeing the scene. The incident has shocked the community, raising concerns about safety at petrol stations.
Fuel scarcity in Nigeria has led to higher transport costs and lengthy queues at filling stations nationwide. Additionally, witness Amos Ayo alleges that the involved officers were from the Department of State Services (DSS).
Ayo recounts the officers’ refusal to queue, which provoked the confrontation. Consequently, residents are now calling for justice for Eniafe’s death and improved security at petrol stations.
Moreover, authorities are urged to thoroughly investigate Eniafe’s death and hold the responsible parties accountable. This incident underscores the challenges Nigerians face amid fuel shortages.
Police Confirm Tragic Incident, Investigations Underway
SP Benjamin Hundeyin, the state Police Public Relations Officer, confirmed the occurrence, detailing the tragic incident’s aftermath. He confirmed the death of Toheeb Eniafe and the burning of two vehicles, yet the shooters’ identities remain unknown. Pending further investigation into the incident, authorities have transferred the deceased’s body to the morgue.
DSS spokesperson, Peter Afunnaya, refuted claims of DSS involvement, urging deeper investigations for truth revelation.
Afunnaya vehemently denied any involvement of DSS personnel in the tragic incident, urging a comprehensive investigation into the matter. He stressed the importance of uncovering the truth behind the shooting, affirming that no DSS staff had been implicated. He urged authorities to conduct a meticulous inquiry to uncover the facts.
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