Tension erupted in the Igbogbele community of Badagry West, Lagos, after a woman was reportedly struck by a stray bullet fired by a Nigeria Immigration Service officer. The incident prompted angry residents to set the local immigration checkpoint on fire.
Videos circulating online showed residents confronting immigration officers, helping the injured woman, and preventing the personnel from leaving the scene. The victim was reportedly hit in the arm and later taken to a hospital for treatment.
Lawmakers and community leaders condemned the shooting, calling for accountability and urging residents to remain calm and law-abiding. They also emphasized the need for security agencies to operate professionally to prevent such incidents from recurring, particularly in border communities where checkpoints are common.
At the time of reporting, the Nigeria Immigration Service had not responded to requests for comment. This event adds to a series of security-related incidents affecting border towns, highlighting ongoing concerns about public safety and conduct by security personnel in these areas.