Lagos Police Arrest Four Suspected Cultists in Lekki
Lagos, Nigeria—October 13, 2026—The Lagos State Police Command has arrested four suspected cultists believed to be responsible for criminal activities in the Lekki, Ajah and Elemoro axis of the state.
According to a statement released by the Command’s Public Relations Officer, SP Abimbola Adebisi, the suspects were picked up between October 2 and 9 following credible intelligence received by operatives.
Suspects Identified
The arrested individuals are:
- Arisekola Ojo, 32
- Oluwatobi Oyewole, 29
- Oluwaseyi Odunewu, 32
- Olumagba Ifatope, 29
They are facing allegations of conspiracy and membership of an unlawful society. During interrogation, their confessions led investigators to the residence of Oluwaseyi Odunewu, where a locally made cut-to-size gun was recovered.
Police say the suspects have made useful statements. Investigations are continuing to track other members of the group and recover additional firearms.
Commissioner’s Warning
Commissioner of Police Tijani Fatai reaffirmed the Command’s determination to dismantle cult groups and other criminal networks operating in Lagos.
He warned those involved in cultism and related crimes to abandon such activities or face the full weight of the law.
Residents were also urged to continue supplying timely and credible information to the police to help strengthen security in their communities.
Emergency Contacts
The Command listed the following emergency lines for the public:
07061019374, 08065154338, 08063299264, 08039344870, 08080193432 (Marine), and 09168630929.
The arrests form part of the Lagos Police Command’s ongoing operations against cultism and violent crime across the state.
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