The Nigeria Police Force has successfully arrested robbery suspects in Lagos and Anambra ahead of the Yuletide season.
This was contained in a statement issued by Police Spokesman ACP Olumuyiwa Adejobi, highlighting the arrests and security measures.
The arrests follow a series of proactive measures by the IGP to combat rising crime rates during the holidays.
In Lagos, four suspects were apprehended for their involvement in a robbery syndicate operating around the Costain area.
The suspects, identified as Akeem Alabi, Adewale Sogbesan, Emmanuel Izeagbe, and Francis Okoko, are currently under police custody.
On December 6, 2024, police operatives in Anambra arrested an armed robbery suspect named Miracle Mwakaloi in Awka.
Mwakaloi led officers to his apartment, where they recovered three AK-47 rifles and other criminal evidence.
The arrests were part of the IGP’s directive for increased police presence and security measures during the festive season.
IGP Kayode Egbetokun emphasized the importance of safeguarding citizens’ lives and property during this period of increased mobility.
Police personnel have been deployed to key areas, including highways, major roads, and recreational centers, to deter criminal activity.
The Nigeria Police Force remains committed to ensuring a crime-free holiday season through intensified patrols and community engagement efforts.
Citizens are urged to cooperate with law enforcement and report any suspicious activities to help maintain public safety.
