Newly Elected AGN President Abubakar Yakubu Arrested After Fatal Lagos Car Accident
Abubakar Yakubu, the newly elected President of the Actors Guild of Nigeria (AGN), has reportedly been arrested following a tragic car accident in Surulere, Lagos.
Yakubu secured the AGN presidency in a closely contested election, defeating veteran actress Rita Daniels by 116 votes to 113, with three ballots declared invalid. His election was historic, making him the first Northern Nigerian to lead the Guild since its registration in 1998.
Just days after his narrow victory, Yakubu was allegedly involved in a car crash that reportedly claimed the life of a pedestrian. Following the incident, he was taken into custody at the Barracks Police Station in Surulere, as authorities began investigating the circumstances surrounding the accident.
No official statement has been released regarding the cause of the crash or the possible charges against him. The incident has sent shockwaves across the Nigerian entertainment industry, with many supporters emphasizing that Yakubu should be presumed innocent until proven guilty.
Nollywood stakeholders are closely monitoring the developments, as the coming days will be crucial in determining whether Yakubu will face charges, be released, or exonerated.
What was meant to be a moment of celebration for the AGN has suddenly turned into a tragedy, leaving the entertainment community and the public waiting for clarity on the events that transpired.
