The Lagos State Police Command arrested a guy called Friday Onu after a video of him assaulting a female commercial driver, Yetunde Amole, on the Lekki-Epe Expressway, went viral.
The incident occurred as Onu was purportedly attempting to take her car battery.
CSP Benjamin Hundeyin, the command’s spokesperson, confirmed this in a statement released on Wednesday.
The event occurred on Monday, near the Oriental Hotel neighborhood.
Onu was caught trying to take Amole’s car battery and when Amole stopped him, he then attacked her.
Hundeyin explained that Onu was quickly arrested by officers from the Maroko Division, but he later fell sick and had to be moved to Falomo Police Hospital.
His statement reads, “The Lagos State Police Command is aware of a viral video circulating on social media, depicting the assault of one Yetunde Amole by a suspected thug near the Oriental Hotel area in Lagos. The command condemns this act in the strongest terms and wishes to update the public on the actions already taken.
“The incident occurred on April 7, 2025, at about 2 p.m., when the suspect, identified as Friday Onu, was caught attempting to steal Amole’s car battery. Amole courageously intervened to prevent the theft, which resulted in the suspect assaulting her.
“Following a prompt response by officers of the Maroko Division, Friday Onu was arrested shortly after the incident and detained at the division. Preparations for his arraignment were underway when he suddenly took ill. He was immediately transferred to Falomo Police Hospital, where he is currently receiving treatment under close supervision.
“The Lagos State Police Command assures the public that justice will be served. The suspect will be charged in a court of competent jurisdiction as soon as police medical professionals declare him fit to stand trial.”
He added, “The command reiterates its commitment to ensuring the safety and protection of all residents and urges the public to continue cooperating with law enforcement authorities.
“We also commend Ms. Amole for her bravery and assure her and all victims of crime that their cases will be thoroughly pursued to ensure justice is served in all cases.”
On Tuesday, the woman in a viral video was seen in tears, her face visibly swollen, as she recounts how the Agbero boarded her vehicle under the guise of a passenger near the Oriental Hotel, claiming he was heading to the Nigerian Law School.
According to her, she became suspicious when she caught a glimpse of him through her rear-view mirror, allegedly attempting to remove her car battery.
She noted that when she confronted him, he reportedly launched a violent attack, beating her, tearing her clothes, and physically dragging her in public.
