Family, Police go after motorist who allegedly kill young entrepreneur in Lagos 

CITIZENS COMPASS–The Lagos State Police Command on weekend, said it has arrested and arraigned a female motorist, Biola Adams-Odutayo, for allegedly causing the death of a young entrepreneur, Adetunji Opayele (Teejay).

The deceased, a 32-year-old software engineer and co-founder of Bumpa, died in a road accident on March 4, 2015, along Ozumba Mbadiwe Road, Victoria Island, Lagos.

According to reports, he was riding his power bike in the axis when Adams-Odutayo’s vehicle allegedly struck him after she entered the expressway without checking for oncoming traffic.

The death has caused uproar among many Lagosians especially the youths.

Spokesperson, Lagos State Police Command, Benjamin Hundeyin, in a statement gave further details about the arraignment.

The statement titled, “Re: Get Teejay justice,” said, “The Commissioner of Police, Lagos State Command, CP Olohundare Jimoh, on behalf of the entire officers and personnel of the command, commiserates with the family and loved ones of Mr Tunji Opayele over the unfortunate accident that led to his untimely death.

“It is while in this sad mood that the Lagos State Police Command wishes to inform the general public both home and abroad that the defendant in the case of this fatal accident, Abiola Odutayo ‘f’, after conclusion of a discreet and thorough investigation into the case, was properly charged to a court of competent jurisdiction on a two-count charge bordering on the death of the deceased. For avoidance of doubt, below is attached a copy of the charge sheet for verification by everyone.

“It is a statutory procedure that police actions terminate where cases are charged to court. Lagosians and members of the public are implored to allow the court processes and proceedings to be fully exhausted in accordance with the laws of the land. Everyone is enjoined to allow justice to be served in this matter, please.’

Earlier, the family and friends of the deceased have taken to social media to cry for justice titled, “Justice for Teejay

Biola Adams, where are you? said, “Adetunji “Teejay” Opayele the co-founder of Bumpa, was killed by a Lagos rich kid, Biola Adams driving on one way.

“Apparently, on March 4th, Teejay, was biking his way home from the gym at VI. When a car came out of nowhere and smashed him into unconsciousness.

“Turns out, he was in his right of way, but the car was driven by a Lagos rich kid, Biola Adams-Odutayo, who works for one of the biggest health insurance firms in Nigeria.

“Tragically, when she hit him. She tried to flee the scene. But people gathered ensuring she couldn’t.

“With Teejay lying in critical condition, drenched in his own blood. Biola refused to step out of the car to assess the damage. Or even render any help.

“She sat in the car, pressing her phone and making calls. When her friends finally responded to the crowd asking her to take him to the hospital, they said;

““Biola cannot take him, because she doesn’t want blood stains in her car”.

“The good people around, tried to help. As no car was willing to stop. They got an uber, took him to nearby clinics, he was rejected. Meanwhile, Biola Adams already contacted a tow truck to tow her car.

“Note: she was moving in a convoy of two cars, the driver drove one behind, while she led.

“So, as TJ was rejected. They had to return to the accident scene, use a Korope, and forced Biola to enter the bus, so that the hospitals will admit him. — this was after nearly 1hr.

“What they finally got to a hospital, Teejay was declared dead.

“Again, Biola tried to flee. They later got her arrested. But as they did, she kept boasting that nothing will happen to her because her family has connections. — And she was right.

“After the arrest. She was released almost immediately. And then charged for “Traffic Violations”. Instead of Manslaughter. The police totally swept away the accident.

“They took her to court for “traffic offense” and that same day the court granted her bail of 1M, she paid that same day, and has returned back to her life.

“Now, the family of Teejay, doubt she’s still in the country. They want proper Justice done. And have called on all Nigerians to lend a voice. Because a bright talent has been wasted.

“Teejay secured $4M international funding for Bumpa, he initially founded HostCabal, and worked in premium companies both in US and Nigeria.

“Friends and family are demanding for justice for Teejay.”