Lagos court denies wheelchair-bound suspect bail over murder

The Lagos State High Court in Igbosere has declined to grant bail to Ahmed Tajudeen, a suspect in the alleged murders of two individuals in Ajiran Community, Eti-Osa Local Government Area, Lagos State. The victims, Sherif Agborin and Ademola Akinloye, were killed in April 2023 and August 2024 respectively. This decision came after widespread protests and calls for justice, leading to the arrest of the main suspect and an alleged accomplice earlier this year.

Tajudeen, who was in a wheelchair due to a reported medical condition, had requested bail to facilitate his ongoing medical treatment. The court, presided over by Justice Abdul-Raheem Muyideen, heard the case after a delay of over six months. Tajudeen's attorney, Adedotun Ajulo, argued for bail, citing his client's health needs and the necessity of medical care during the trial.

However, Justice Muyideen denied the bail application and ordered Tajudeen to be returned to custody in Ikoyi. The judge also directed that the defendant receive the medical care he required while in detention. The court adjourned the case until November 3, 2026, for further proceedings. The defense team expressed disappointment and intentions to evaluate their next steps following the ruling.