Lagos Police Parade Suspect Caught On Video Snatching Gold Necklace From Victim

Operatives of the Lagos State Police Command have arrested a notorious armed robber, hired assassin, and suspected murderer identified as John Samuel, 28, from Akwa Ibom State. He was tracked and apprehended at his hideout in Epe on Friday, September 19, 2025.

According to a statement by the Command’s Deputy Public Relations Officer, DSP Babaseyi Oluseyi, the suspect—an ex-convict recently released from prison—was behind the August 18 attack on businessman Gbenga Obama at Gbajobi Street, Allen Avenue, Ikeja. During the broad daylight assault, Samuel shot and wounded the victim before robbing him of a gold necklace and other valuables.

“John Samuel, an ex-convict, is notorious for armed robbery, assassination, and the murder of some of his victims. After serving a six-year prison sentence for armed robbery, he was recently released, only to return to crime with even greater viciousness. He is known for shooting at victims before dispossessing them of their valuables,” Oluseyi stated.

CCTV footage from the August 18 incident captured Samuel firing at the victim with an English pistol before snatching the necklace, while his accomplice waited on a motorcycle for their getaway. The businessman, who sustained serious gunshot wounds, has since been treated and discharged.

Police revealed that Samuel confessed to selling the stolen necklace for ₦4 million—far below its market value. Efforts are ongoing to track down his accomplices, who remain at large.

“They will all be prosecuted upon completion of investigations,” Oluseyi assured.

The Lagos State Commissioner of Police, CP Olohudare Jimoh, commended the operatives for their bravery and professionalism in apprehending the suspect. He further assured Lagosians that discreet investigations are ongoing to dismantle the entire gang.

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