At least 25 suspected criminals, including traffic armed robbers who have been frightening drivers and residents along the state’s Lekki-Epe Expressway, have been taken into custody by men of the Lagos State Taskforce.
The extensive operation’s goal was to eradicate criminal activity and miscreants from the Lekki-Epe Expressway and its surroundings.
The operation, which occurred at several important sites like the Elegushi, Marwa Bus Stop, Ikate, and Chisco roundabouts, was reportedly the result of several complaints made by worried citizens and drivers via the agency’s feedback systems.
Concerned locals have reported a startling increase in criminal activity, especially around rush hour, when thugs would set up ambush at discrete locations along the freeway to prey on unwary drivers and pedestrians.
Under special instructions from the Lagos State Commissioner of Police, CP Adegoke Fayoade, the Chairman of the Lagos State Taskforce, Chuef Superintendent of Police, CSP, Adetayo Akerele, spoke about the operation on Friday and emphasized the agency’s commitment to ensuring the safety and security of all Lagos residents.
“During the sting operation, we arrested at least 25 suspected criminals. They will be prosecuted accordingly.
“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 this cause,” the Chairman stated.
Residents, while applauding the renewed exercise, the State taskforce, stressed that it’s part of a mandate as enshrined in the THEMES’ PLUS Agenda of the State to restore law and order along the Lekki-Epe Expressway and across the Metropolis.
He gave his word that the threat was no longer present because all of their operations had been stopped.
As a result, Akerele asked citizens and drivers to exercise caution and report any suspicious activity to the appropriate law enforcement agency.
“We will continue to conduct sting operations and surveillance to protect the lives and property of drivers and residents along this axis and beyond. We are still on high alert,” he said.
