Suspect arrested for damaging Lagos road barrier
A suspect has been apprehended by the Lagos State Government for vandalising a concrete barrier at Kosofe Bus Stop, Mile 12, along Ikorodu Road. The arrest was announced by Tokunbo Wahab, the state Commissioner for the Environment and Water Resources. The barrier was installed to stop pedestrians from crossing the expressway at unauthorised points. Authorities say the suspect was caught removing vital structural components from the barrier.
What happened
- Tokunbo Wahab revealed the arrest followed monitoring and enforcement operations at Kosofe Bus Stop, Mile 12.
- The suspect was found deliberately removing iron rods, cables, steel reinforcements, and other parts from the concrete barrier.
- The Lagos State Government stated the suspect will be prosecuted according to the law.
- The arrest is part of ongoing efforts to protect public infrastructure from vandalism.
- Authorities warn that vandalism of public structures endangers safety and wastes public resources.
