What was meant to be a joyful celebration turned tragic in Lagos on Saturday night, after gunmen stormed a wedding after-party and killed two people the bride’s father and a hypeman identified as Victor.
The attack happened in the Ikotun area, along Governor’s Road, shortly after the wedding ceremony had ended and guests had moved to continue celebrations at a nearby venue.
According to eyewitnesses, the atmosphere was still lively when armed men suddenly appeared and began shooting, sending guests scrambling for safety.
One resident, who gave his name as Tosin, said Victor had been entertaining the crowd moments before the chaos erupted.
“They just came in and started shooting. People were running everywhere,” he said. “They went straight for Victor, dragged him outside and began attacking him.”
Another witness said the bride’s father tried to step in during the assault but was caught in the violence.
“He went there to plead with them, but they shot both of them. They died right there,” the source said.
The incident left the entire neighbourhood in shock, with residents and nearby business owners quickly shutting their doors as panic spread.
While the motive remains unclear, locals believe the attack may be linked to ongoing cult clashes in the area rather than the wedding itself.
“This place has had issues like this before. It’s possible they were after someone else, but innocent people ended up paying the price,” a resident said.
Victor, one of the victims, was described as a familiar face in the community.
“I didn’t even realise it was him at first,” another resident said. “He’s someone we see around all the time.”
Police have confirmed the incident and say investigations are underway. The case is expected to be transferred to the State Criminal Investigation Department for further probing.
The identities of the attackers and the bride’s father had yet to be officially confirmed as of the time of filing this report.
The attack adds to growing concerns over cult-related violence in parts of Lagos, where similar incidents have been reported in recent months.
