Police Arrest Man After Assaulting Female Driver in Lagos

The Lagos State Police Command has detained Friday Onu, who is believed to be a thug, following a widely shared video that depicted him attacking Yetunde Amole, a female commercial driver, on the Lekki-Epe Expressway in Lagos.

The widely shared clip depicted Amole clearly injured, sporting facial bruising and tattered clothing as she appealed to human rights organizations, transportation unions, and compassionate people to advocate for her cause.

The incident happened on Monday close to the Oriental Hotel and ignited anger on social media platforms.

On Wednesday, the command’s spokesman, Benjamin Hundeyin, issued a statement confirming Onu’s arrest. According to the police report, he was detained by officers from the Maroko Division soon after the event took place.

"Preliminary inquiries indicated that the accused was apprehended while trying to steal Ms. Amole’s car battery," stated Hundeyin.

When she confronted him, he launched a physical assault, an incident that was recorded on video and extensively shared.

He mentioned that Onu became sick while being detained and was immediately transferred to the Falomo Police Hospital, where he remains under police watch for medical care.

The Commander informed the public that Onu would be brought to trial as soon as he regained his health.

"We applaud Ms. Amole’s bravery in confronting her assailant," Hundeyin declared.

The Lagos State Police Command continues to remain dedicated to upholding justice and safeguarding all residents, particularly those who are more susceptible to such blatant acts of violence.

In the widely shared video snippet, Amole appealed for justice, urging human rights organizations and transportation unions to step in.

Everyone viewing this video, help make it spread widely," she pleaded. "Could it be because I'm a commercial driver? He hit me and took away my belongings. See my face, see what I'm wearing. I refuse to stay silent about this.

When recounting the event, Amole mentioned that she had stopped for the suspect near the underpass by the Oriental Hotel. The individual told her they were going to the Nigerian Law School.

She became wary when she saw him tweaking her car battery via her rear-view mirror.

In the video, she stated, "I approached him and directly addressed the issue." When I questioned his actions, he dismissed all accusations. It was then that he began assaulting me."

While shooting footage at the Maroko Police Station, Amole persisted in urging the authorities, organizations advocating for women's rights, and transportation companies to take action.

“I buy tickets, I pay my dues. Look at how I’ve been treated. If I don’t have anyone to fight for me, God will,” she added.

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