Lagos taskforce dislodges drug spots in Cele, Itire, Ilasamaja, arrests 3 suspects

The Lagos State Taskforce has dislodged recognized black spots in Cele, Itire and Ilasamaja, arresting three suspected drug peddlers throughout an early morning enforcement operation throughout components of the state.

The operation, aimed toward tackling illicit drug actions, environmental nuisances and different types of criminality, was led by the Chairman of the Taskforce, CSP Adetayo Akerele, who personally supervised the train at areas recognized as hotspots for drug-related actions and public disturbances.

During the operation in Itire, Akerele counseled residents and a whistleblower for offering helpful data and supporting the safety intervention.

He mentioned neighborhood participation and well timed intelligence-sharing have been important to figuring out felony hideouts and sustaining safety operations throughout Lagos.

The Taskforce mentioned the three suspects have been allegedly concerned within the sale and distribution of drugs, together with marijuana, Colorado and Indian hemp, to adults, underage individuals and road urchins round Cele Bus Stop, Itire and Ilasamaja.

According to the company, the actions of suspected drug sellers within the affected areas had reportedly contributed to road fights, cult-related actions, youth violence and different safety challenges.

The suspects have been recognized as Bello Musa, 18, and Abubakar Musa, 27, each of No. 23, Adebayo Street, Cele-Ijesha, and Agboola Fuad, 24, of No. 4, Sewage Street, Abaranje, Ijegun, Lagos.

The company disclosed that the suspects had been arraigned earlier than a court docket on three counts bordering on possession and sale of illicit medication, allegedly inciting members of the general public towards officers performing lawful duties, and conduct prone to trigger a breach of the peace.

They pleaded not responsible to the fees, whereas the case was adjourned till December 9, 2026, for additional proceedings.

Speaking on the company’s headquarters in Bolade, Oshodi, Akerele reiterated the Taskforce’s dedication to sustained enforcement towards drug peddling, environmental violations and different felony actions.

He urged residents to take accountability for the security of their neighbourhoods by reporting suspicious actions and cooperating with safety businesses.

The chairman additionally warned younger individuals towards drug-related actions, road violence and cultism, noting that involvement in such conduct may jeopardise their future and undermine neighborhood improvement.

He additional suggested residents to watch out about their associations and keep away from relationships that might expose them to felony actions.

Akerele maintained that the Taskforce would proceed to work with related safety and regulatory businesses to make sure public order, environmental cleanliness and a safer Lagos.

The Lagos state authorities, by the taskforce, mentioned it remained dedicated to its zero-tolerance coverage towards drug peddling, environmental nuisances and felony actions.