Lagos Island: Nigerian Man Returning for Wedding Allegedly Killed by Mob

A Nigerian man identified simply as Basit has reportedly been beaten to death by a mob in the Lagos Island area of Lagos State following an alleged hit-and-run incident.**

Basit was said to have recently returned to Nigeria from abroad ahead of his wedding before the incident occurred in the Patey area of Lagos Island.

The incident reportedly happened on Wednesday night when Basit was driving through the community and allegedly knocked down a male resident who was attempting to cross the road.

Following the incident, residents reportedly attacked Basit, accusing him of being involved in a hit-and-run.

Sources said the mob assault left him critically injured before he was eventually reported dead.

Details surrounding the circumstances of the alleged road accident and the subsequent attack remain limited, while it was not immediately clear whether any arrests had been made in connection with the incident.

The incident has renewed concerns over mob violence and the dangers of taking the law into one’s hands, particularly in situations involving suspected road accidents or criminal offences.

Further details on the circumstances leading to Basit’s death and any response from the relevant authorities are awaited.