Lagos to charge seven suspects for Oshodi bridge robberies
Tokunbo Wahab, the Lagos State Commissioner for Environment and Water Resources, announced that seven suspected robbers have been arrested for allegedly targeting pedestrians on the Bolade Bridge in Oshodi. The arrests were made by the Lagos State Environmental Task Force after receiving actionable intelligence and conducting surveillance. Wahab stated that the suspects, aged between 19 and 24, will be prosecuted following due process. The state government continues efforts to reclaim public spaces and ensure the safety of commuters.
What happened
- Tokunbo Wahab said the suspects were apprehended on the Bolade Bridge by the Lagos State Environmental Task Force.
- The arrested individuals are Samuel Olumide (19), Quadri Oladipupo (21), Ojo Ifabomi (23), Tunde Balogun (24), Dayo Badmus (21), Adegunlola Tayo (20), and Simon Michael (21).
- The arrests were based on actionable intelligence and sustained surveillance by the task force.
- Wahab emphasized that the operation is part of ongoing efforts to reclaim public spaces and protect commuters.
- The suspects are in custody and will be prosecuted according to existing laws.
