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36 arrested as security intercept truckload of military uniforms, ammunition
The Lagos State Police Command arrested 36 suspects and recovered about 8,000 pieces of military camouflage uniforms, firearms, suspected illicit drugs, and other exhibits during a series of intelligence-led operations carried out across the state in June 2026.
Commissioner of Police, CP Tijani Fatai, disclosed the achievements during a press briefing held yesterday at the command’s headquarters, Ikeja, describing the operations as part of sustained efforts to combat armed robbery, cultism, vandalism, illegal possession of firearms, impersonation, and other criminal activities.
He said operatives recovered 14 firearms, four live cartridges, a MAN Diesel truck, 51 mobile phones, two vehicle engine control units (ECUs) popularly known as brain boxes, an operational motorcycle, vandalised electric cables, and 80 cartons of substances suspected to be illicit drugs, reports Daily Trust.
He revealed that one of the major breakthroughs recorded by the command was the interception of an unregistered MAN Diesel truck loaded with 47 sacks containing approximately 8,000 pieces of military camouflage uniforms allegedly being transported to the eastern part of the country.
“Three suspects identified as Chinedu David, Ezeagwu Chukwuma and Ifeanyi Ogbeanyi were arrested in connection with the seizure. The operation also led to the recovery of 80 cartons of substances suspected to be illicit drugs”, he said
CP Fatai further disclosed that preliminary investigations indicated that the truck was being used to convey the military camouflage uniforms to the eastern region, adding that efforts were ongoing to identify the source, ownership, intended recipients and other persons connected with the consignment.
“The command also recorded significant successes against violent crime, including the arrest of a suspect linked to a notorious “one-chance” robbery syndicate. Detectives recovered 51 mobile phones believed to have been stolen from victims during previous operations carried out by the gang.
“In another operation, police arrested two suspected cable vandals allegedly caught vandalising electrical installations on the Third Mainland Bridge, while a separate investigation in Ayetoro-Ijanikin led to the arrest of three suspects and the recovery of two double-barrel guns and six locally-made single-barrel firearms.
“Operatives further arrested suspects for unlawful possession of firearms at different locations across the state, recovering pistols, live cartridges and other weapons believed to have been used in criminal activities.
“The Command also arrested suspected cultists linked to the Eiye and Alora confraternities, recovering firearms and ammunition during the operations.
“In the area of immigration enforcement, the command rescued 38 foreign nationals from possible mob action in Epe. Preliminary investigations revealed that 20 of the individuals entered Nigeria illegally, while 18 possessed valid ECOWAS travel documents. The matter has since been referred to the Nigerian Immigration Service and relevant diplomatic missions for appropriate action,” he said.
CP Fatai said the successes recorded during the month underscore the effectiveness of intelligence-driven policing and reaffirm the command’s commitment to protecting lives and property across Lagos State.
The Enugu State Government has suspended His Royal Majesty, Igwe Eze William Ezugwu, the traditional ruler of Ibagwa Ogbozalla Opi Autonomous Community, in Nsukka Local Government Area of Enugu state.
The state government accused Igwe Ezugwu of violating provisions of the state’s Traditional Rulers Law.
In a letter of suspension dated September 24, the Enugu State Government cited his alleged failure to constitute his cabinet, failure to establish a Town Union governing body, and persistent conduct deemed inconsistent with the laws governing traditional rulers in the state.
The suspension comes barely three weeks after Igwe William Ezugwu received NDC presidential candidate Peter Obi at his palace in Opi, Nsukka LGA, where he reportedly blessed Obi’s presidential ambition.
The Deputy Commander of Operation Rainbow, CSP (Chief Superintendent of Police) Dennis David Babale, has been killed after gunmen suspected to be Fulani Bandits ambushed personnel of the security outfit along the Bokkos-Barkin Ladi road in Barkin Ladi Local Government Area of Plateau State.
Operation Rainbow is a State-backed community security and intelligence-gathering outfit in Plateau State, Nigeria, originally established in 2010 under former Governor Jonah Jang and recently revamped by Governor Caleb Mutfwang to combat rural violence and beef up grassroots security.
The incident reportedly occurred at about 4:06 p.m. on Tuesday, September 22, 2026 when the personnel, travelling in a Toyota Hilux vehicle, came under attack by unidentified gunmen.
Troops of Sector 4, Operation ENDURING PEACE (OPEP), responded to a distress report and moved to the location of the attack.
Sources told reporters that Babale sustained gunshot wounds during the ambush and was evacuated to the General Hospital, Barkin Ladi, for medical attention.
Following the attack, troops, working alongside personnel of other security agencies, launched offensive operations and a manhunt for the assailants within the general area.
Security forces have intensified efforts to track the attackers and prevent further attacks along the route.
Director General/CEO of the Nigerian Meteorological Agency (NiMet) and Nigeria’s Permanent Representative at the World Meteorological Organization, Prof. Charles Anosike and other Chief Executive Officers of similar agencies across the world, have concluded a one week high level dialogue on Climate Science Information for Climate Finance and the 53rd Senior Official Field Exchange (SOFE) in Beijing, China.
The event which was hosted by World Meteorological Organization (WMO), took place from September 14 to 18, 2026 and featured discussions on: strengthening the role and leadership development of National Meteorological and Hydrological Services (NMHSs) in mobilizing climate finance; aligning scientific and technical capabilities with risk-informed, people-centred early warning systems; shifting from technical assistance to sustainable investments by expanding practical cooperation between meteorological frameworks and multilateral financing entities; and support to NMHSs leadership on strengthening strategic thinking and fostering productive partnerships.
Held back-to-back with the High-level dialogue was the 53rd Senior Official Field Exchange to Fujian Province for first-hand exposure to the implementation of Multi-hazard, Alert, Zero-gap and Universal (MAZU) platform – China’s AI-driven meteorological early warning solution in support of the Early Warnings for All (EW4All) initiative and disaster risk reduction practices through technical exchanges, field visits and peer learning.
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