Lagos Police announced the death of Chief Superintendent Matilda Umiah Ngbaronye, who led the Festac Division and died on Friday, October 24, 2025, after surgery at Mayriamville Medical Centre in Surulere. Commissioner Olohundare Jimoh said the loss shocked the department and that she personally contacted her husband and brother to express her sympathy. Officers praised Ngbaronye for building trust between law enforcement and residents through respectful policing methods.
The department will release funeral plans at a later time. Ngbaronye earned recognition for her disciplined approach to investigations and community relations throughout her career. Authorities described her work ethic as exemplary and noted she maintained high standards in all assignments. The police force mourns an officer whose service strengthened public confidence in law enforcement.
The department will release funeral plans at a later time. Ngbaronye earned recognition for her disciplined approach to investigations and community relations throughout her career. Authorities described her work ethic as exemplary and noted she maintained high standards in all assignments. The police force mourns an officer whose service strengthened public confidence in law enforcement.
