The Lagos State Police Command has arrested a 24-year-old man, Lukman Sanni, suspected of conveying illegal firearms during a stop-and-search operation at Iyana Isashi, Lagos State.
The arrest was disclosed in a statement issued on Tuesday by the command’s Police Public Relations Officer, Abimbola Adebisi, who said the operation formed part of efforts to curb illegal possession and trafficking of firearms, as well as other criminal activities across the state.
According to the statement, a search conducted on the suspect led to the recovery of a locally made pistol, two live cartridges and a suspected charm.
The police said preliminary investigations were ongoing to establish the circumstances surrounding the possession of the firearm and ammunition, including their intended destination.
“The suspect is currently in custody and is providing useful information to aid the investigation,” the statement added.
The Commissioner of Police, Lagos State Command, Tijani Fatai, reaffirmed the command’s commitment to tackling illegal possession of firearms, arms trafficking, cultism and other criminal activities.
Fatai also urged residents to remain vigilant and promptly report suspicious activities to the police, stressing that credible information from members of the public remained essential to maintaining peace and security.
The command provided emergency contact lines for residents to report suspicious activities and emergencies. They include 07061019374, 08065154338, 08063299264, 08039344870, 08080193432 for marine-related emergencies, and 09168630929.
The police said investigations into the case were continuing.
