Lagos Police Command Arrests 80 Suspects in October 2026

In early October 2026, the Lagos State Police Command conducted intelligence-led operations resulting in the arrest of at least 80 suspects and the recovery of firearms, ammunition, six vehicles, and other exhibits. Commissioner of Police, CP Tijani Fatai, reported these developments during a press briefing in Lagos.

Among the arrests, nine suspects were apprehended for vandalizing infrastructure along the Lagos Coastal Road, while 19 individuals were arrested for defrauding the public under the pretense of offering employment. During an operation at Jalapadia, two suspected armed robbers were killed, and another was arrested after engaging police in a gun battle.

The arrested suspect confessed to participating in approximately 20 robbery operations across Lagos and was linked to a major robbery incident in Ondo State, where property worth about ₦15.5 billion was reportedly stolen. CP Fatai warned against targeting critical infrastructure and emphasized ongoing police efforts to maintain safety and security in the state.