Operatives of the Lagos State Police Command have arrested eight suspected cultists and armed robbers during a targeted raid in the Odogunyan area of Ikorodu.
The suspects — identified as Fadiya Ayodele, 27; Lawal Rasheed, 28; Akerele Demilare, 27; Alimi Victor, 23; Okiki Alufoge, 25; Nurudeen Dolapo, 25; Agboola Samuel, 25; and Ayolade Victor, 25 — were apprehended around 5:30 a.m. on Tuesday, October 15, 2025, by operatives of the Bullock Tactical Team following credible intelligence.
Items recovered from the suspects include a Nigerian military camouflage uniform, a battle axe, an assault dagger, several charms, and counterfeit $100 bills amounting to $3,000. Preliminary investigation revealed that Fadiya Ayodele is the leader of the Eiye Confraternity in the area, and he reportedly confessed to handing over a locally made pistol to one Adewunmi Annadex, who is currently at large.
The Commissioner of Police, CP Olohundare Jimoh, reaffirmed the Command’s commitment to ensuring the safety and security of all Lagos residents, adding that efforts are ongoing to apprehend the fleeing suspect and recover the firearm.
SP Abimbola Adebisi (anipr, mipra)
Police Public Relations Officer,
Lagos State Command.
