Police arrest four suspected cultists, recover locally made gun in Lagos

The Lagos State Police Command has apprehended four suspected cultists in a recent operation targeting criminal activities in the Lekki, Ajah, and Elemoro areas of Lagos. The suspects, identified as Arisekola Ojo, Oluwatobi Oyewole, Oluwaseyi Odunewu, and Olumagba Ifatope, were arrested between October 2 and 9, 2026.

Intelligence from the police led to the arrest, with investigations revealing their alleged involvement in conspiracy and membership of an unlawful society. During a search of Odunewu’s residence, police recovered a locally made cut-to-size gun. The suspects have provided useful information to the investigation, and efforts are underway to locate additional individuals connected to the crimes and recover more firearms.

Lagos State Police Commissioner, Tijani Fatai, emphasized the command’s commitment to dismantling cult groups and other criminal networks. He warned those involved in cultism and other criminal activities to cease their actions or face legal consequences. Fatai also encouraged residents to provide the police with accurate and timely information to enhance community security. Emergency contact numbers for residents seeking assistance are provided by the command.