By Ebinum Samuel
The police in Lagos has disclosed that as part of the ongoing Operation KO S’AYE, the Lagos State Police Command has sustained its aggressive clearance operations against criminal hideouts across the State, in line with the Command’s commitment to ensuring that there is no safe haven for criminals.
In a statement signed by the Command spokesperson, SP Abimbola Adebisi, it says on Sunday, 5th July, 2026, at about 5:45 a.m., acting on credible intelligence, a joint team of operatives drawn from different formations of the Command carried out a coordinated raid on criminal hideouts at Boolar, Okofilling Bus Stop, Igando, and other identified black spots within the Area M, Idimu axis. The operation was aimed at flushing out hoodlums and other criminal elements terrorising the area.
During the operation, a total of one hundred and fifty 150 suspects were arrested. Exhibits recovered include one hundred 100 unregistered motorcycles, fifty-four 54 mobile phones, one double-barrel gun, two single-barrel guns, one locally made double-barrel short gun, two military camouflage uniforms, assorted charms, six generators suspected to have been stolen, substances suspected to be Indian-hemp and various quantities of illicit drugs.
All the suspects are currently in Police custody, while investigations are ongoing to determine their individual culpability. Those found to have committed criminal offences will be charged to court accordingly.
The Commissioner of Police, Lagos State Command, CP Tijani Fatai, psc, mnips, commended the operatives for their professionalism and dedication to duty. He reaffirmed the Command’s unwavering commitment to the continued implementation of Operation KO S’AYE, stressing that the operation will be sustained across the State to deny criminals any safe haven and ensure the safety and security of all residents.
The Commissioner of Police also urged members of the public to continue providing timely and credible information that will assist the Police in identifying criminal hideouts, apprehending offenders, and enhancing public safety across Lagos State.
For emergencies or to share credible information with the Police, members of the public are encouraged to contact the Command through the following numbers: 07061019374, 08065154338, 08063299264, 08039344870, 08080193432 (Marine), and 09168630929.
