Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu has reacted to the unfortunate killing of Oluwabamise Ayanwole, who was found dead after boarding a BRT bus.
In a statement, the governor who condole with the family of the victim, confirmed that the driver of the BRT she boarded has been arrested.
The statement read:
“Dear Lagosians, the life of every citizen of the state matters to us, and we do not take the security of our people for granted.
“We will therefore leave no stones unturned in the investigations and arrest of everyone found culpable in the kidnap and death of Miss Oluwabamise Ayanwole.
“The driver of the BRT bus involved in this unfortunate incident has been arrested, and the management of Lagos Bus Service Ltd have been directed to cooperate fully with security agencies in their investigations, so that the full weight of the law is brought down on everyone involved in this ugly incident.
“To Bamise’s family and loved ones, my thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time, may the Almighty God console you. I hereby give you my word that JUSTICE WILL BE SERVED.
“To fellow Lagosians, I assure you that I am following all the investigations closely, and will ensure that Bamise gets the justice she deserves.
I also assure you all that the BRT services remain safe, despite this condemnable act.
“Once again, my sincere condolences to the Ayanwole family.
“May Oluwabamise’s soul Rest In Peace. Amen”.
The murdered 22-year-old fashion designer, Oluwabamise Ayanwole, went missing on Saturday, February 26, while returning to Ota from Ajah. She boarded a BRT bus with number 240257 going to Oshodi at about 7 p.m. at Chevron Bus-Stop.
Until her death, she worked as a fashion designer at Chevron Estate in Ajah, Lagos, but spent the weekends at Ota, Ogun state, with her sister.
Sadly, her body was found dumped by the roadside along the Carter Bridge by Ogogoro Community.
This has resulted in outrage with #JusticeForBamise trending on social media.
