CITIZENS COMPASS—The Lagos State Environmental and Special Offenses (Enforcement) Unit (Taskforce), on Wednesday, busts criminal hideouts on Victoria Island and arrested 49 suspects.
The operation which was led by the Chairman of the Agency, CSP Adetayo Akerele, commenced during the wee hours of the day, around 1:00 a.m., and combed multiple hotspots identified through residents’ complaints and security intelligence. Locations covered included Maroko sandfill, Bonnycamp area, Victoria island and its environs.
The operation resulted in the arrest of 48 males and 1 female suspect, significantly restoring order and public decency in affected areas that had been plagued by street urchins, hooligans, pickpockets, and other criminal elements.
Speaking on the success of the initiative, CSP Akerele emphasized the Agency’s unwavering commitment to safeguarding lives, property, and the environment throughout Lagos State.
“Those who choose to undermine the peace and security of our communities must desist or be prepared to face the full weight of the law. We will not relent in our efforts to ensure a safer and cleaner Lagos,” he stated.
CSP Akerele also disclosed that the ongoing initiative by the Agency to carry out routine enforcement across the nooks and crannies of the state at least thrice a week, focusing on known black spots, illegal occupations, and criminal enclaves will in no small way systematically stamp out lawlessness in the state
The 49 suspects apprehended have been duly charged to court in accordance with extant laws of the State Government.
The Taskforce vowed to promote a serene, safer, and habitable Lagos for all residents.
