CITIZENS COMPASS–The Lagos State Environmental and Special Offenses (Enforcement) Unit (Taskforce), said it has arrested 88 suspected miscreants and criminals around Oshodi and its environs in the State.
The operation, which was carried out between 3a.m and 4p.m respectively on Tuesday took place at Oshodi, Bolade and its environs.
It was executed following a series of complaints lodged by concerned motorists, residents and passersby through the Agency’s feedback channels. These individuals reported an alarming rise in criminal activities, particularly during rush hour, where hoodlums would lie in wait around the area to harrass unsuspecting passersby and motorists.
Speaking on the operation, the Chairman of the Lagos State Taskforce, CSP Adetayo Akerele emphasised the Agency’s commitment to ensuring the safety and security of all residents in Lagos. “We cannot allow these criminal elements to hold our people hostage in their own communities. The State Government remains steadfast in its resolve to protect lives and property.
“This operation is a testament to our unwavering dedication to put an end to this ugly trend,” the Chairman stated.
The Lagos State Taskforce efforts which was met with widespread jubilation by concerned citizens and other passersby at Oshodi Oke bridge who witnessed the operation, has assured residents, passersby that this exercise will be sustained in line with the Agency’s mandate as enshrined in the THEMES PLUS Agenda of the State to restore law and order across Lagos Metropolis.
CSP Akerele further disclosed that the Agency had carried out initial surveillance in the area where it was discovered that these miscreants make use of the pedestrian Bridges at Oshodi Bus Stop to spot their victims and wailed on them. He assured that all these will soon become a thing of the past as their activities will be completely grounded soonest
Motorists and residents are encouraged to remain vigilant and report any suspicious activities to the Agency or the nearest police station.
“We remain on high alert and will continue to carry out surveillance and sting operations aimed at safeguarding the lives and property of motorists and residents along this axis and beyond”.He stated
All the suspected miscreants will be prosecuted accordingly.
