The Force Criminal Investigation Department (FCID) in Alagbon, Lagos, has arrested seven suspects linked to the brutal killing of an engineer during a violent land dispute in the Agidingbi area of Lagos State.

The victim, Badmus Monsur, was an engineer with Nigercat Nigeria Group of Companies. He lost his life during an attack that reportedly involved over 25 armed thugs on a piece of land allocated by the Lagos State government.

Speaking to journalists in Ikeja, the Chairman of Nigercat Nigeria Group, Alhaji Akeem Osuolale, praised the Inspector-General of Police, Kayode Egbetokun, and the lead investigator, CSP Oyewale, for their swift response in apprehending the suspects.

“I sincerely appreciate the efforts of the IGP and CSP Oyewale in ensuring that seven people connected to the murder of my engineer have been apprehended,” Osuolale said.

However, he also expressed concern over possible interference by powerful interests. According to him, there have been instances in the past where suspects were surprisingly released shortly after arrest, even while his own employees remained in custody.

“We are deeply concerned, as there have been times in the past where suspects were arrested and then released the same day, both at Alausa and at FCID, while some of our staff were still being detained,” he lamented.

Osuolale further alleged that the group behind the attack had previously issued threats, boasting of connections within security agencies. He called on Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu to step in and ensure that justice is not compromised.

At the moment, police officials have declined to comment on the case, citing that investigations are still ongoing.

For many in Lagos, the case underscores the dangers surrounding land disputes in the state, where intimidation, violence, and alleged corruption often overshadow rightful ownership and due process.