Lagos State Governor, South-West Nigeria, Babajide Sanwo-Olu has expressed sadness over the gruesome murder of 22-year-old fashion designer, Bamise Ayanwole, who boarded a Bus Rapid Transit run by the state.
Gatekeepers News reports that Sanwo-Olu In an address said the life of every citizen mattered.
He added that the government did not take security for granted, noting that BRT vehicles remained safe for every resident to use.
He vowed that no stone would be left unturned in the probe and efforts to arrest everyone found culpable in the incident.
Sanwo-Olu said, “Dear Lagosians, the life of every citizen of the state matters to us, and we do not take the security of our people for granted.
“We will therefore leave no stone unturned in the investigations and arrest of everyone found culpable in the kidnap and death of Miss Oluwabamise Ayanwola.
“The driver of the BRT bus involved in this unfortunate incident has been arrested, and the management of Lagos Bus Service Ltd have been directed to cooperate fully with security agencies in their investigations, so that the full weight of the law is brought down on everyone involved in this ugly incident.
“To Oluwabamise’s family and loved ones, my thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time, may the Almighty God console you. I hereby give you my word that JUSTICE WILL BE SERVED.
“To fellow Lagosians, I assure you that I am following all the investigations closely, and will ensure that Oluwabamise gets the justice she deserves.
“I also assure you all that the BRT services remain safe, despite this condemnable act.
“Once again, my sincere condolences to the Ayanwola family. May Oluwabamise’s soul Rest In Peace. Amen.”
