A [Lagos State Magistrate Court](https://lagosstate.gov.ng) in Oshodi sentenced six men to two years’ imprisonment after they were found guilty of physically confronting officers of the [Kick Against Indiscipline (KAI)](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kick_Against_Indiscipline) during a law‑enforcement operation in the Alakija area of Lagos.
**What were the key facts?**
- The six accused – Ghadafi Ismail, Balarabe Mustapha, Usman Danladi, Abdullahi Bello, Kamala Garuba and Musa Idris – were arrested, arraigned and pleaded guilty to the charges.
- Each received a sentence of two years behind bars.
- The incident occurred while KAI officials were carrying out a routine operation in Alakija.
- State Commissioner for Environment and Water Resources [Tokunbo Wahab](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tokunbo_Wahab) said, "The judgment underscores the importance of respecting law enforcement officers in the lawful discharge of their duties."
**Why is the ruling significant?**
The court’s decision reinforces the legal expectation that members of the public must not resort to violence against public officers performing their duties. It also serves as a deterrent against future assaults on law‑enforcement personnel in Lagos and across Nigeria.
**What did the court order?**
The magistrate ordered that all six defendants serve the full two‑year custodial term without the possibility of immediate parole, signalling a firm stance against attacks on security agents.