Operatives of the Lagos State Command under the leadership of the Commissioner of Police, CP Fatai Tijani as continue her aggressive clearance of suspected criminal elements and cultists across the state under the ongoing operation ‘KO S’AYE.’
In a press statement e-signed and released to the National Association of Online Security News Publishers, NAOSNP by the Command’s PPRO, SP Abimbola Adebisi stated 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.”
According to the statement, “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 (1) double-barrel gun, two (2) single-barrel guns, one (1) locally made double-barrel short gun, two (2) military camouflage uniforms, assorted charms, six (6) 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.”
Meanwhile, “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.”
