Lagos NURTW Secretary Joel Toba Ajiboye Laid to Rest Amid Condolences and Tensions
Hundreds gathered in Ketu on July 21, 2026 to mourn Joel Ajiboye Toba, the Lagos NURTW organising secretary who was killed by gunmen in Fadeyi on July 14. Videos circulating on social media captured a large crowd paying their respects at his burial. Some mourners were heard pledging to avenge his death, underscoring the anger and fear in the community. Supporters repeatedly vowed that those responsible would face consequences. In solidarity, schools across the Fadeyi area declared a holiday on the day of the funeral. The closure reflected the impact Toba had on local residents and the void left by his passing.
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