A concerned Nigerian, identified on social media as @gib_smoke, has shared a chilling account of back-to-back armed robbery incidents at Lanre Bus Stop along the LASU–Sherri Expressway, Igando, Lagos.
The first attack occurred on the night of July 25, 2025, when armed robbers stormed the area around 10:00 p.m., fatally shooting four people. According to the eyewitness, police arrived over 45 minutes later, only to arrest innocent people returning from work.
Robbers Strike Twice as Police Allegedly Target Innocent Citizens
Police Response Sparks Public Outrage
Sharing his experience on X (formerly Twitter), @gib_smoke stated:
“Along LASU-Sherri express road [Igando] around 10 p.m. yesterday, July 25, 2025, armed robbers came to rob Lanre Bus Stop and shot four people dead.”
He added that police officers from Igando and Idimu police stations arrived late in yellow buses, arrested random passersby, and left without addressing the crime scene properly.
“Police showed up over 45 minutes after the robbers left… and arrested a handful of people coming back from work,” he wrote.
Shockingly, less than 24 hours later, on July 26, the same gang of robbers returned to the exact location and robbed more residents, with no police presence reported during or after the attack.
“Hopefully, @PoliceNG officers will return again tonight to arrest more people. After armed robbery operations, police will operate their own,” he said.
Social Media Reacts to Alarming Insecurity in Igando
The disturbing revelations have triggered a wave of criticism online. Many users expressed disappointment with the police, questioning their competence and intentions. Here are some notable reactions:
- @ola_thatboy:
“They robbed my elder brother, cut his hand with a dagger. We tracked the phone with the police, but they turned us back after Obadore.” - @Somidotun7:
“I once questioned the logic behind arresting people hours after a robbery and was told it’s necessary. This is Nigeria’s reality.” - @ROGERDAT_1738:
“You go need still bail yourself for that station wey dem carry you go.” - @Adx0G:
“They can get to Lanre in less than 5 minutes from their station in Igando.” - @chiefviolinist:
“Welcome to the Nigerian police emergency hotline… If the armed robbers carry gun, press 4, if dem don go, press 5.”
Growing Concern Over Security and Police Tactics in Lagos
The incident raises questions about the state of policing in Lagos, especially in volatile communities. Many residents are beginning to wonder whether they are safer without police intervention, especially when random arrests and delayed responses seem to be the norm.
Local authorities have yet to release an official statement as of the time of this report.
