The Lagos State Police Command has confirmed the tragic death of a young girl, identified as Omole Taiwo, following a shooting incident involving a police officer during an operation to restore order amid a violent clash between rival groups in the Nosamu area of Ajegunle.

The heartbreaking incident, which occurred on Thursday, November 5, 2026, between 9:30 p.m. and 10:00 p.m., also left another young girl injured, raising fresh concerns over the safety of innocent residents during security operations.

In a statement released on Saturday, November 7, the Police Command disclosed that the officer involved, ASP Omotayo Olajide, had been disarmed and detained, while the State Criminal Investigation Department (SCID) had taken over the investigation to establish the circumstances surrounding the shooting.

According to preliminary police findings, officers were deployed to the Nosamu community following a distress call reporting a violent confrontation between two rival groups identified as the Nosamu Boys and Alayabiagba Boys.

The groups were reportedly engaged in a bloody confrontation over toll collection, with participants allegedly armed with cutlasses and other dangerous weapons, creating tension and posing a serious security threat to residents of the area.

However, tragedy struck during the police intervention when ASP Olajide reportedly discharged his firearm, with the bullet hitting two young girls who were subsequently rushed to Ajeromi General Hospital for emergency treatment.

While one of the victims was later transferred to the Lagos State University Teaching Hospital (LASUTH), Ikeja, she unfortunately succumbed to her injuries. The second girl, however, is responding to treatment and is in stable condition.

Expressing deep sadness over the incident, the Police Command described the death of little Omole Taiwo as a painful loss, extending its condolences to the bereaved family and acknowledging the devastating impact of the tragedy.

In a significant development, the Commissioner of Police, Lagos State Command, CP Tijani Fatai, personally visited the grieving family to commiserate with them and assure them that the circumstances surrounding their daughter's death would not be swept under the carpet.

The CP reportedly gave the family a firm assurance that justice would be served, stressing that no police officer found culpable would be protected from appropriate legal and disciplinary consequences.

He further reaffirmed the Command's commitment to protecting human lives and ensuring that police operations are conducted in accordance with the highest standards of professionalism, transparency and accountability.

Meanwhile, the transfer of the case to the SCID is expected to provide an independent and thorough examination of the circumstances surrounding the shooting, including the officer's conduct and the events leading to the fatal discharge of his firearm.

The police have also appealed to members of the public who may possess useful information about the incident to report to the nearest police station or contact the Command's Public Relations Department to assist investigators.

While the investigation continues, the tragic death of little Omole Taiwo has left a painful reminder of the devastating consequences that can arise when violent community clashes endanger innocent residents.

For the bereaved family, the loss is irreversible. Their only expectation now is that the investigation will establish the truth and ensure that anyone found responsible is held accountable.

The Lagos State Police Command has promised justice. The public will now be watching closely to see that promise fulfilled.

May the soul of little Omole Taiwo rest in peace.