A motorcyclist identified simply as Mohammed has died after suspected robbers allegedly attacked him with a machete and severed one of his ears in the Baiyeku area of Ikorodu, Lagos State.

The attack reportedly occurred on Sunday evening, October 18, 2026, when the assailants allegedly entered the victim’s shop and attempted to rob him.

Mohammed, who also operated a phone-charging business, sustained severe injuries and was taken to a hospital for treatment but reportedly died on Monday.

Suspects Allegedly Attacked Victim in His Shop

According to a community source who spoke to PUNCH Metro on condition of anonymity, the suspects had allegedly carried out criminal activities elsewhere in the neighbourhood before entering Mohammed’s shop as they were leaving the area.

The source said the attackers used a machete against the victim, cutting off one of his ears during the alleged robbery attempt.

The source also reported that other casualties were recorded in another part of the community where the suspects had allegedly operated earlier.

Police Investigate Possible Cult-Related Link

A police source confirmed that the incident had been reported at the station and that an investigation had commenced.

The source said investigators were examining a possible connection between the attack and a cult-related incident reported in the area on the same evening.

However, the circumstances surrounding the attack and the identities of those responsible had yet to be established.

Lagos Police Yet to Confirm Details

When contacted by PUNCH Metro, the Lagos State Police Public Relations Officer, Abimbola Adebisi, said she was unaware of the incident and promised to make inquiries.

She had not provided a further response by the time the report was filed.

No arrests were reported in connection with the attack in the initial report.