Crime
PHOTOS: Lagos Taskforce Arrests, Prosecutes 6 Suspected Fraudsters At Iyana Ipaja
The Lagos State Taskforce has arrested and prosecuted six (6) suspected fraudsters who allegedly swindled unsuspecting victims under the pretense of selecting a “lucky number” in exchange for a non-existent Android phone….
The Lagos State Taskforce has arrested and prosecuted six (6) suspected fraudsters who allegedly swindled unsuspecting victims under the pretense of selecting a “lucky number” in exchange for a non-existent Android phone.
The suspects — Amaike Nelson (43) of Tiv Lane, Alaba Rago; Kenneth Opuana (56); Oguntade Olusegun (63); Ogologo Obi (29); Goodluck Abel (28); and Oluwafunmilayo Adebimpe (19), were apprehended following credible intelligence reports.
They were accused of defrauding a 19-year-old student, Rukayat Kamilu, of her phone and personal belongings after deceiving her with their fraudulent tactics.
According to the victim, she was passing by when an elderly man, later identified as Oguntade Olusegun, approached her, pretending to be a bystander seeking help to pick a lucky number from a display presented by the group.
Upon losing the game, her phone was seized, and the group swiftly fled the scene.
She was also threatened to pay the sum of one hundred thousand naira to collect her phone back.
However, swift intervention by the Taskforce led to their eventual arrest.
During the operation, the suspects were also found in possession of several empty packs of different brands of Android phones, believed to be used in deceiving unsuspecting victims.
This operation aligns with the agency’s mandate to prevent and stamp out criminal activities across Lagos State, particularly crimes that threaten the safety and financial security of residents during these economically challenging times.
Chairman of the Agency, CSP Adetayo Akerele, who led the operation, issued a stern warning to individuals involved in fraudulent activities, urging them to desist.
He emphasised that the agency will not tolerate criminal behavior and is committed to making Lagos State uninhabitable for criminal elements.
Following their arrest, the suspects were arraigned in court, where they pleaded guilty to a five-count charge including gambling, extortion, stealing, and conspiracy.
The case has been adjourned to August 7, 2025. All suspects have been remanded in a correctional facility pending further proceedings.
The Lagos State Taskforce remains resolute in its mission to uphold law and order and will continue to clamp down on all forms of criminality.
Residents are encouraged to report suspicious activities through the agency’s “See Something, Say Something” initiative.
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The Adamawa State Police Command has rescued a 12-year-old girl, Mercy Kefas, and arrested a 20-year-old woman suspected to be her abductor.
The spokesperson of the command, Suleiman Yahaya Nguroje, who disclosed this in a statement on Saturday, September 19, 2026 said the minor was reported missing by her mother in Guyuk Local Government Area.
According to the PPRO, the girl was later sighted in the company of an unknown woman.
The command launched a coordinated search operation and circulated information to neighbouring communities and relevant formations.
The efforts led to the rescue of the minor and arrest of the suspect identified Jamila Yusuf around Talasse border area.
“The incident was reported on 18th September, 2026 at Guyuk Divisional Headquarters by the victim’s mother, Mrs. Mary Felix, of Birsinsin, Guyuk LGA,” the statement read.
“According to the report, the child went missing and was later sighted in the company of an unknown woman heading towards Balanga/Talasse axis.
“Upon receiving the report, the Police immediately commenced coordinated efforts to locate the child and circulated information to neighbouring communities and relevant formations.
“The swift and proactive response led to the successful rescue of the child and the arrest of the suspect around Talasse border area.
“The suspect is identified as Jamila Yusuf, 20 years, of Lafiya Village, via Balanga LGA of Gombe State. She is currently in custody.
“The rescued child has been reunited with her family.
“The Commissioner of Police, Adamawa State Command, CP Kabir Umar Hassan, fdc, commended the officers involved for their prompt response and professionalism.
“He has directed the State Criminal Investigation Department (SCID) to take over the case and ensure a discreet investigation to unravel the circumstances surrounding the incident.
“The CP assures members of the public that the Command will continue to work closely with communities to prevent child abduction and other crimes.
“The Command urges parents, guardians and members of the public to remain vigilant and promptly report cases of missing children or suspicious movements to the nearest Police formation.”
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PHOTOS: FCT Police Parade 300 Suspects in Abuja, Intensify Crackdown on Robbers, ‘One-Chance’ Operators
The Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Police Command arrested about 300 people during a one-day raid on suspected criminal hideouts, uncompleted buildings, scavenger points and shanties across Abuja.
FCT Commissioner of Police, CP Ahmed Sanusi, said the operation was carried out over concerns about traffic r%bbery, housebreaking, stealing, car theft, phone snatching and “one-chance” syndicates operating around major intersections and traffic corridors.
He said, “Today, as you can see, we have conducted raiding in all the nooks and crannies of the FCT-uncompleted buildings, scavengers’ points, and other shanties that are not recognized by the government.
“These people have been constituting a menace: traffic r%bbery, housebreaking, stealing, and other heinous crimes. We have been able to get about 300 of them just in a day.”
Items recovered during the operation included large quantities of illicit dr¥gs and dangerous weaapons, including knives. Sanusi also warned people without legitimate business in Abuja to return to their states of origin.
He said the police would work with the judiciary for swift prosecution, while the FCT Social Welfare Department would assist in rehabilitating and repatriating non-resident vagrants where necessary.
On whether the crackdown would continue, Sanusi said, “This is going to be perpetual. We are not going to stop. Even as you go after them, new ones still keep coming. So we are going to see who will get tired first. It’s going to be continuous.”
Addressing their welfare, he said, “They are human beings, and we will treat them as human beings because we owe them that responsibility.”
He added, “Only the court will prove their guilt. We are mindful of their rights as suspects, not criminals. This is FCT; we do things differently.”
The Commissioner said the arrested individuals would be distributed across various divisional cells to prevent overcrowding and health risks, while urging the public to provide information that could help the police identify remaining criminal hideouts.
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