Police raid criminal hideout on Lagos-Ibadan Expressway, arrest three
The Ogun State Police Command on Wednesday said that it has conducted two-hour extensive security checks at the Sagamu interchange in response to the report of an armed robbery attack and killing at this section of the Lagos-Ibadan Expressway.
The assessment of the area conducted by the Commissioner of Police, Lanre Ogunlowo, reportedly revealed illegal trading activities and the presence of touts.
A criminal hideout was also said to have been discovered in the surrounding bush when three suspects were arrested.
The spokesperson for the command, CSP Omolola Odutola, disclosed this in a statement on Wednesday
Odutola said that this measure follows recent concerns over insecurity in the area, including reports circulating on social media on Wednesday about an incident on March 21, 2025, during which someone coming from a vigil was attacked under the bridge and later died due to the injuries.
She explained that while no such incident was formally reported at any police station, the CP, Ogunlowo, has, however, embarked on proactive efforts to reinforce security at the interchange area.
Odutola disclosed further, “As part of these measures, personnel from the Quick Response Squad, OP Mesa, and Mobile Police Squadrons 71 have been strategically stationed at key locations, including under the bridge, at the roundabouts, and along the inward and outward routes of the four intersections.
“A two-hour assessment of the area conducted by the Commissioner of Police revealed illegal trading activities and the presence of touts. Earlier in the day, a criminal hideout was discovered in the surrounding bush at the interchange and three suspects were arrested.
“Thereafter, an immediate disbandment of illegal trading activities under the interchange bridge was carried out. To further enhance security at the interchange the Commissioner of Police has engaged members of the transport Union to redirect traffic towards well-lit and secure areas.
“While Ogun State remains relatively peaceful, the police command urges citizens to remain vigilant and avoid falling victim to criminal activities.”
As a precautionary measure, Odutola urged commuters to plan their travels early to minimise security risks.
She added, “With increased security presence, collaborative efforts of sister security agencies, and continued support of His Excellency, the governor of Ogun State, citizens are assured of the safety of our highways.”
