“The Lagos State Police command has officially announced the apprehension of Bashiru Ahmed, accused of cutting off the ear of his friend. The Command’s spokesperson, SP Benjamin Hundeyin, confirmed the arrest on Wednesday, revealing that the incident took place on Monday at an abattoir in the Agege area of Lagos.
Hundeyin disclosed that the suspect, Bashiru Ahmed, allegedly severed the ear of Abdulahi Adulmalik following a misunderstanding that originated in 2023.
“Abdullahi Adulmalik of Abattoir Market reported the case at the Abattoir Police Division on Monday. The complainant stated that at around 4:00 am on the same day, Bashiru Ahmed, also from Abattoir Market, used a knife to cut off his right ear due to a misunderstanding that had occurred in 2023. The victim was promptly taken to the hospital, where he is currently undergoing treatment,” Hundeyin stated.
The spokesperson mentioned that Bashiru Ahmed is currently in custody for further questioning regarding the incident.”