NSCDC rescues 24 from illegal Lagos camp, arrests four suspects
The Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps has uncovered an illegal detention camp in Badagry, Lagos, rescuing 24 victims and arresting four suspected members of a cross-border syndicate. The suspects and victims are nationals of Togo, Benin Republic, Ghana, and Nigeria. Adedotun Keshinro, Lagos State Commandant, revealed that some victims had been missing for months or even years. The operation was based on intelligence and community engagement.
What happened
- Adedotun Keshinro said the NSCDC rescued 24 victims, including a toddler, and arrested four suspects in Itoga, Badagry.
- The suspects allegedly forced victims to fabricate stories to extort money from their families.
- Victims were reportedly compelled to engage in criminal activities and lure others into the camp.
- Some victims had been missing for periods ranging from three months to three years.
- The NSCDC urged families searching for missing relatives to help identify the rescued victims and stated that the suspects will be prosecuted after investigations.
