Lagos Taskforce (@Taskforce112) Arrests 88 Suspected Criminals in Oshodi and Bolade Raids

The Lagos State Taskforce has apprehended 88 suspected miscreants and criminals in two separate operations carried out in Oshodi, Bolade, and surrounding areas. These arrests are part of ongoing efforts to rid the state of the menace posed by street urchins, touts, and other criminal elements.

According to a statement released on Tuesday by the Director of Press & Public Affairs for the Lagos State Taskforce, Gbadeyan Abdulraheem, the operations took place around 3 a.m. and 4 p.m. following numerous complaints from residents, motorists, and passersby. The complaints highlighted a rise in criminal activity, particularly during rush hours, where hoodlums reportedly harassed unsuspecting pedestrians and motorists.

The arrested suspects will be prosecuted accordingly, the agency confirmed.

Chairman of the Lagos State Taskforce, CSP Adetayo Akerele, reaffirmed the agency’s dedication to ensuring the safety and security of all Lagos residents. He stressed that the state government remains resolute in its mission to protect lives and property.

“We cannot allow these criminal elements to hold our people hostage in their own communities. This operation is a testament to our unwavering commitment to ending this ugly trend,” said Akerele.

The raid was reportedly met with widespread jubilation by citizens and passersby at the Oshodi Oke Bridge, many of whom witnessed the operation firsthand. The agency assured the public that the exercise would continue in line with the THEMES PLUS Agenda of the state government, aimed at restoring law and order across Lagos.

Akerele further disclosed that prior surveillance revealed the miscreants were using pedestrian bridges at Oshodi Bus Stop to identify potential victims. He assured the public that the agency’s efforts would soon bring an end to these criminal activities.

The Taskforce urged residents and motorists to stay vigilant and report any suspicious activities to the agency or the nearest police station. “We remain on high alert and will continue to carry out surveillance and sting operations to safeguard lives and property across this axis and beyond,” Akerele concluded.

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