According to a police source, influential figures in Nigeria are exerting pressure on law enforcement to secure the release of Sam Larry.
The Lagos State Police Command finds itself increasingly under pressure as calls mount for the release of Balogun Olamilekan Eletu, known as Sam Larry, a music promoter.
Sam Larry had been apprehended for questioning regarding the controversial death of 27-year-old musician Ilerioluwa Oladimeji Aloba, widely known as Mohbad.
An insider from the State Criminal Investigation and Intelligence Department (SCIID) in Yaba, Lagos, speaking to 'The Guardian,' disclosed that their phone lines have been inundated with calls ever since Sam Larry's arrest. Notably, a prominent traditional leader on the Island, whose identity remains confidential, has been in contact with the top official at SCIID, Deputy Commissioner of Police (DCP) Waheed Ayilara. This individual has been urging the release of Sam Larry.
According to reports, this influential individual has pledged to produce Sam Larry whenever required for further investigation.
The source explained, “There have been several calls to my boss to release Eletu, while the investigation continues. A renowned traditional ruler on the Island (names withheld) is always calling, pleading with my boss to release him after interrogation.
“When he became persistent, my boss directed him to the Commissioner of Police (CP), on the ground that he is the only one that can give the order for Eletu’s release or otherwise.”