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Man Confesses: I Got N500,000 to Bath Spa Worker with Acid

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2 months ago

May 7, 2026

The victim and the apprehended suspect, Zakari

Man Confesses: I Got N500,000 to Bath Spa Worker with Acid

LAGOS, Nigeria – A 37-year-old man, Ziaulihak Zakari, also known as Abuja, has confessed to receiving N500,000 to carry out a brutal acid attack on a female spa worker in the Lakowe area of Lagos State. However, in a shocking twist, Zakari admitted that he mistakenly assaulted the wrong person. The suspect, who was arrested on March 19, 2026, revealed that he was hired by another man, Owolabi Daniel, to pour acid on the spa owner, Olorunmaye Ifeoluwa, following a failed romantic relationship. Instead, the victim – Olorunseunfunmi Awosogbon – an innocent staff member, sustained severe burns to her head, chest, and hands. The attack, which occurred on October 25, 2025, has sparked outrage over the rising incidence of acid violence in Nigeria and raised serious questions about the effectiveness of Lagos State criminal laws in prosecuting such heinous acts.

According to reports from PUNCH Metro, the victim had honoured a home service request booked through the spa where she worked. The appointment was scheduled at Lakowe Golf Gate, near Utmost Care Hospital. Upon arrival in a ride-hailing vehicle, Zakari allegedly approached her and poured a corrosive substance on her. She was not the intended target. Her employer, Ifeoluwa, explained that the attack stemmed from a brief relationship she had with Daniel. The relationship lasted only a few months and was riddled with disagreements before it ended. After she ended things, Daniel allegedly began sending threatening WhatsApp messages, warning that she would be harmed. “I later told him I needed space and that the relationship would not work. He continued to reach out, but I made it clear I did not want to continue,” Ifeoluwa told PUNCH Metro.

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In a video obtained by journalists, Zakari detailed how he was recruited for the job through a security guard who connected him to Daniel. He stated, “There is a man named Daniel who contacted me through a security guard and told me he had a job. When he said he needed someone to pour acid on a person, I agreed. I couldn’t carry it out the first time because I was scared. When another opportunity came, I mistook the target and attacked the wrong person. The acid was procured by the man and the security guard. I was paid N500,000 for the job and gave the security guard N50,000 for linking me up.” He expressed regret but admitted that the attack was financially motivated.

Both Zakari and Owolabi Daniel (25) have been arraigned before a Magistrate Court in Ebute-Metta on charges including conspiracy, threat to life, and causing bodily harm, under Sections 411, 232, and 246 of the Criminal Law of Lagos State, 2015. However, the victim’s lawyer, John Olobayo, has criticized the charges as too lenient, arguing that attempted murder or grievous bodily harm with corrosive substances should have been applied. “We believe more serious charges should be considered based on the available information,” Olobayo stated, adding that applications have been filed with the Lagos State Ministry of Justice.

Despite the arrests, Ifeoluwa claims that threatening messages have continued, including one that read: “I’m going to kill you soon. You deserve to be in a grave.” Meanwhile, the father of the primary suspect, Mr. Owolabi, revealed that he sold his residence to pay for the victim’s medical bills. “To make the payment, I sold my residence. I’m not sure what else is expected of us,” he said in Yoruba. The victim, Awosogbon, is still undergoing medical procedures and could not be reached for comment.

Man Confesses: I Got N500,000 to Bath Spa Worker with Acid

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Kanu Expels Ex-IPOB Leader, Nine Others Over Alleged Misconduct

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June 21, 2026

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Kanu Expels Ex-IPOB Leader, Nine Others Over Alleged Misconduct

The leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), Nnamdi Kanu, has announced the indefinite expulsion of former senior official Chika Edoziem and nine other members of the dissolved third administration of the movement’s Directorate of State (DOS), accusing them of violating the organisation’s code of conduct and undermining its leadership.

The decision, contained in a statement dated June 21, 2026, comes just days after the Edoziem-led faction announced Kanu’s purported suspension as IPOB leader over what it described as “unguarded utterances” and allegations of misconduct. IPOB’s Media and Publicity Secretary, Emma Powerful, had earlier dismissed the suspension as unconstitutional, insisting that the third Directorate of State had already been dissolved and no longer possessed the authority to take decisions on behalf of the movement. (The Eagle Online)

In the latest development, Kanu, who is serving a life sentence on terrorism-related charges, announced the indefinite expulsion of Edoziem, Tony Nzurumike, Austin Agbanyim, Chukwudi Oforma, Isaiah Ubah, Collins Chinedu, Chinasa Nworu, Fidelis Ejiogu, Chidinma Nworu (also known as Juliet Edward Filatro), and Keke Uda.

According to the statement, the affected individuals “are hereby expelled from IPOB indefinitely” and “no longer represent, speak for, or act in any capacity on behalf of the Indigenous People of Biafra.”

Kanu explained that he appointed the third administration of the Directorate of State from detention in March 2017, giving it an initial six-month tenure that expired on September 16, 2017, but allowed members to continue serving at his discretion.

He maintained that while the dissolution of the administration was an administrative decision, the latest expulsions were disciplinary actions prompted by what he described as repeated violations of the IPOB Code of Conduct.

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“The Indigenous People of Biafra is governed by its Code of Conduct, which remains the supreme governing instrument of the movement. Every officer, coordinator, representative and member is bound by its provisions without exception,” the statement said.

Kanu further asserted that the power to appoint, suspend, remove or expel officers of the movement resides exclusively in the office of the Supreme Leader.

The expelled officials were accused of abandoning him during his detention by allegedly failing to provide adequate legal representation, welfare and medical support. They were also accused of ignoring his directive for pro-Biafra groups, including AVID, Rising Sun and Ambassadors for Self-Determination, to raise funds for his medical treatment while he was in the custody of the Department of State Services (DSS).

Other allegations levelled against the former officials include undermining his legal team, attacking his lawyers, making allegations against members of his family, spreading what he described as false narratives about the circumstances surrounding his continued prosecution after the Court of Appeal judgment of October 13, 2022, and repeatedly disregarding his directives.

The statement also accused the expelled members of claiming that President Bola Tinubu would only facilitate his release if he abandoned the Biafra agitation, circulating what it described as fabricated claims that two African countries advised them to abandon him, removing officers he had appointed without authorisation, altering the IPOB oath of office and engaging in activities allegedly aimed at weakening the organisation.

“Their repeated violations of the IPOB Code of Conduct and refusal to heed repeated warnings have necessitated this disciplinary action,” the statement added.

Kanu also warned that any individual, group or organisation that associates with or recognises the expelled members as IPOB representatives would be regarded as acting against the interests of the movement and the Biafra cause.

He directed members and supporters worldwide to recognise and support the fourth administration of the Directorate of State headed by Chris Nwaogu, insisting that IPOB “remains resolute, focused and united” under its current leadership.

The latest expulsions deepen an ongoing leadership dispute within IPOB, which intensified after the Edoziem-led Directorate of State announced Kanu’s purported suspension earlier in the week. The faction had argued that no individual possesses the authority to dissolve the Directorate of State, while the Kanu-backed leadership maintains that the body had already been dissolved before it issued the suspension notice. (The Eagle Online)

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Gunmen Kill Ex-OGTV Broadcaster, Security Guard in Abeokuta

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2 hours ago

June 21, 2026

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Late Ms Kitan Oyesiku and Ogun State Commissioner of Police Bode Ojajuni

Gunmen Kill Ex-OGTV Broadcaster, Security Guard in Abeokuta

Unknown gunmen, in the early hours of Sunday morning, invaded the residence of a former staff member of the Ogun State Television (OGTV), Ms Kitan Oyesiku, and murdered her in cold blood, alongside her security man. The ugly incident happened at Agodo community, in the Kobape area of Abeokuta, Ogun State. The motive behind the dastardly act was still unknown, as the development had left family members, neighbours and associates in shock and disbelief. Information had it that the lifeless bodies of the two victims were discovered after the hoodlums had carried out the nefarious act.

The late Oyesiku, popularly known as Aunty Kitan, was well known in media circles, having served with Ogun State Television (OGTV) before her retirement. She was widely regarded as a respected media professional who contributed significantly to the growth of broadcasting in Ogun State. News of her death has sparked grief among colleagues, friends, and residents of the state, with many describing her as a dedicated broadcaster who left a lasting impact on the industry.

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When contacted, the Police Public Relations Officer, DSP Oluseyi Babaseyi, confirmed the incident. He stated that official reaction from the State Police Command would be made available to newsmen as an investigation into the killings had commenced. Security agencies are expected to work towards identifying and apprehending those responsible for the attack. As of the time of filing this report, no official statement had been issued by the police, though efforts to bring the perpetrators to justice are reportedly underway.

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Lagos Declares War on Roadside Waste, Unveils ‘Waste Police’

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June 21, 2026

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Lagos Declares War on Roadside Waste, Unveils ‘Waste Police’

The Lagos State Government has intensified efforts to tackle indiscriminate waste disposal across the metropolis, declaring zero tolerance for waste dumping on roads and announcing plans to establish a special “Waste Police” made up of transport union members to monitor compliance.

The move forms part of Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu’s directive for the emergency evacuation of waste on Lagos roads and the broader drive to improve environmental sanitation across the state.

Speaking at a stakeholders’ meeting held on Saturday at Alausa, the Commissioner for Transportation, Mr. Oluwaseun Osiyemi, inaugurated a Special Task Force to monitor roads, bus stops, garages and lay-bys against illegal waste disposal.

He also charged members of the National Union of Road Transport Workers and the Road Transport Employers Association of Nigeria to serve as environmental watchdogs in their respective areas of operation.

Osiyemi described the meeting as a call for stronger collaboration between government agencies and transport unions in addressing environmental challenges.

“Our beautiful city is being challenged by indiscriminate refuse disposal and environmental abuse. We cannot fold our arms while people carry waste from their homes and dump it on roads, medians and public spaces. This is totally unacceptable,” he said.

The commissioner stressed that while the government would continue to enforce environmental laws, the support of transport unions remained crucial because of their extensive presence across the state.

He directed transport operators to ensure that parks and garages under their control are kept clean at all times and to discourage indiscriminate trading and improper waste disposal within their operational areas.

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Osiyemi further disclosed that the planned Waste Police would be constituted from members of NURTW and RTEAN across all local government areas to monitor motor parks and adjoining communities and prevent indiscriminate dumping of refuse.

He added that the Ministry of Transportation would commence enforcement activities to ensure proper maintenance of motor parks and garages as well as compliance with waste disposal regulations.

Also speaking, the Deputy Chief of Staff to the Governor, Mr. Sam Egube, noted that road transport operators in many parts of the world partner with governments to protect and monitor transport infrastructure.

He urged stakeholders to support the campaign against improper waste disposal.

The Special Adviser to the Governor on Transportation, Hon. Sola Giwa, called on the transport unions to take full responsibility as partners in waste management by ensuring compliance at parks and garages across the state.

The Managing Director of the Lagos State Waste Management Authority, Dr. Muyiwa Gbadegesin, commended the unions for supporting the reintroduced monthly environmental sanitation exercise and urged them to sustain the collaboration.

According to him, effective waste management requires collective responsibility, noting that LAWMA alone cannot address the challenge.

Gbadegesin revealed that LAWMA evacuates about 13,000 tonnes of waste daily across Lagos, while transport unions facilitate the movement of an estimated 22 million commuters every day.

He said the vast network of transport workers across the state would significantly enhance efforts to promote proper waste disposal practices, monitor public spaces and report environmental violations for prompt action.

The meeting was attended by directors from the Ministry of Transportation and LAWMA, the Senior Special Assistant to the Governor on Transportation and Logistics, Hon. Hassan Adekoya, representatives of LAWMA Enforcement, and leaders of NURTW and RTEAN.