Meanwhile, an autopsy is about being carried out to determine the cause of death, after which further necessary actions will follow.

The Lagos State Police Command has launched an investigation into the alleged torture and death of Abdulmujid Oduga, a newlywed man, while in police custody at the Ikota Police Post in the Ajah area of the state.

The command’s spokesperson, Benjamin Hundeyin, confirmed the development on Wednesday, stating that an autopsy is set to be conducted to determine the cause of death. 

He assured that further necessary actions would follow based on the findings.

Hundeyin explained that investigations have since commenced. 

"The Investigating Police Officer (IPO) and the complainant are currently in custody at the State Criminal Investigation Department (SCID), Yaba.

"Meanwhile, an autopsy is about being carried out to determine the cause of death, after which further necessary actions will follow.

"Members of the public are assured that a thorough investigation will be carried out and any person(s) found culpable will be dealt with in accordance with the law," Hundeyin said.

Oduga reportedly had a misunderstanding with his neighbour, which led to his arrest and detention at the police post.

However, it was alleged that during his detention, Oduga was subjected to severe torture, resulting in his death.

An X user @Omoiyacele described the late Oduga as his cousin on Monday.

According to him, the police transferred Oduga's remains to a morgue in the Epe area of the state.

He revealed that the deceased had gotten married four months ago and urged police authorities to investigate the cause of his death.

He wrote, “My cousin Late Abdulmujid Igbamitayo Oduga was murdered by @PoliceNG just because of a mere misunderstanding between him and his neighbour. He died at the Ikota Police Post under Ajiwe Police Station located at Ajah under the IOP Azeezat. The corpse was deposited at Epe.

“We urge the Nigeria Police to help our family look into this matter for a clear and true picture of the matter for us to know the particular person that killed our beloved son who just did wedding not up to four months ago.”