The Nigeria Police Force has explained why it arrested Quadri Alabi, the 19-year-old campaign poster boy for the Labour Party’s 2023 presidential candidate, Peter Obi.
The spokesperson for the Lagos command, Benjamin Hundeyin in a post on X said Alabi’s arrest and subsequent incarceration were linked to a violent street fight in the Amukoko area of Lagos earlier this year.
He stated that the fight occurred on January 22, 2025, after some youth in the area caused panic during the chaos that left several people injured and property destroyed.
According to Hundeyin, some passersby were also robbed during the incident
“The Lagos State Police Command is aware of public concerns surrounding the case of Alabi Quadri, an 18-year-old who was remanded to correctional service following his involvement in violent attacks, public disturbance, causing extensive damage to public and private properties, and injuries to persons standing by in the Amukoko area of Lagos State earlier this year,” Hundeyin wrote.
He further said that an investigation into the matter led to residents and victims of the robbery providing the police with useful information
Hundeyin said that, with the information gathered, Alabi and four others were arrested, charged to court, and later remanded in custody following the court’s orders.
“The suspects were remanded by the court to a correctional facility pending the conclusion of legal proceedings in the matter.
“The Lagos State Police Command undoubtedly reiterates its commitment to upholding the rule of law to ensure justice in all matters and also ensuring the safety and security of all residents.
“All police actions taken in this case have been in the laid-down processes and accordance with due process, procedures, and based on credible evidence gathered during the investigation,” Hundeyin added.
He further urged members of the public to remain calm and allow the the law to take its course on the matter.
“The command remains open to engaging with the general public, opinion groups, and community stakeholders to transparently clarify every concern and ensure justice is served fairly and transparently.
“It’s the statutory procedure in the Criminal Justice System and codes that police actions terminate where matters are taken to court,” he noted.
