By Christopher Oji
The Lagos State Police Command has nabbed eight suspected cultists for multiple murder and public disturbance.
The suspects were arrested by one of the tactical units of the Command for their involvement in several cult-related killings within Yaba College of Technology and its environs .
The police described the arrest as an intelligence-led operation, which was carried out on April 29, 2025.
According to Lagos State Police Public Relations Officer ( PPRO) CSP Benjamin Hundeyin,”The arrested suspects are: Adeyemo, (aka Cloud),24; Enitan,28, Ayomide 30;Adeagbo(aka Skinn,26, Mayoyo , 28; Basit 20; Quadri , 26, and Mariam Salihu ,23.
The PPRO said :”During the operation, the following exhibits were recovered from the suspects: one Beretta pistol, four 9mm ammunition,one cartridge, two battle axes, and two cutlasses.
“Investigation is still in progress to unravel the full extent of the suspects’ involvement in cult-related activities. Members of the public are assured that the suspects will be made to face the full wrath of the law.
“ Commissioner of Police, Lagos State Command, CP Olohundare Jimoh, while commending the swift response and excellent work of the Command’s tactical teams and Eko Strike Force, who carried out the operation, urges the public to remain vigilant and report any suspicious activity to the police for appropriate action.
“He equally assures the public that the Command will continue to work tirelessly to ensure the safety and security of residents and visitors to Lagos.”