Lagos Police Arrest Notorious Killer “Olori Eso”, Recover 9 Firearms, Ammo, Passports
The Lagos State Police Command has arrested Wasiu Akinwande, alias Olori Eso, a 44-year-old suspected cult kingpin and Lagos’ most wanted killer, in a major tactical operation on June 20, 2025. He was tracked to his hideout in Agbado, Ogun State, after years of evading arrest.
Akinwande is accused of masterminding multiple murders, robberies, kidnappings, and cult-related violence in the Mushin area for over a decade. Four families have already identified him as the killer of their loved ones.
Recovered from his residence were:
- 2 AK-47 rifles
- 1 K2 assault rifle
- 1 Red Ryder rifle
- 3 pump-action rifles
- 2 locally made pistols
- 5 magazines, 57 live cartridges
- 70 rounds of 5.56mm ammo, 27 rounds of 9mm, 1 expended
- 1 dagger, 3 walkie-talkies
- 9 international passports belonging to different individuals
The Commissioner of Police, CP Olohundare Jimoh, has ordered an expanded investigation to apprehend all associates of the suspect. Akinwande remains in custody and will face prosecution.
The Command urges residents to remain vigilant and continue supporting the police with credible information.
— CSP Benjamin Hundeyin, PPRO
Lagos State Command
June 20, 2025
