A woman was set ablaze by a mob in the Ekoro area of Abule-Egba, Lagos, after being accused of attempting to kidnap primary school children. The incident, which occurred yesterday, has sent shockwaves through the community and raised serious concerns about the rise of mob justice in Nigeria. [ The video of the incident ]
Witnesses at the scene reported that the woman, who remains unidentified, approached a group of schoolchildren aged 7 to 10 years as they were on their way to school. She allegedly offered to take them to school, but the children, sensing something was wrong, cried out for help. Their cries quickly attracted the attention of passersby, who rushed to the scene.
Within minutes, the situation escalated. The woman was accused of being a kidnapper, and before any formal investigation could be conducted, the mob took matters into their own hands. In a horrific act of vigilante justice, the crowd brutally beat the woman before setting her on fire. By the time the police arrived, it was too late to save her life.
This tragic incident highlights the dangers of mob justice, a growing problem in Nigeria where individuals are often punished based on suspicion rather than evidence. While the fear of crime is understandable, resorting to such violent actions undermines the rule of law and can lead to the loss of innocent lives.
The Lagos State Police Command has strongly condemned the incident and is urging the public to avoid taking the law into their own hands. An investigation has been launched, and the authorities are committed to bringing those responsible for this act of jungle justice to justice.
Mob justice is often fueled by a lack of trust in the legal system. However, it is crucial that citizens report any suspicious activities to the authorities instead of resorting to violence. This ensures that justice is served through the proper legal channels and that innocent people are not wrongly punished.
The incident in Abule Egba serves as a stark reminder of the need for both government action and public awareness. The government must strengthen law enforcement and ensure that justice is swift and fair. At the same time, the public must resist the temptation to engage in mob justice and recognize that every person is innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.
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