The Lagos State Police Command has apprehended a 16-year-old boy, Solomon Ibiwoye, for possessing a firearm in the Ebute-Ero area, Lagos Island.
According to police spokesperson SP Benjamin Hundeyin, vigilant residents alerted the authorities to the teenager’s suspicious behaviour, leading to his arrest.
Firearm Recovered
A search of Ibiwoye’s residence resulted in the recovery of a locally fabricated firearm and an unexpended cartridge. The police are currently investigating the circumstances surrounding the teenager’s possession of the weapon.
Public Vigilance Encouraged
The police spokesperson commended the residents for their vigilance and reiterated the importance of public participation in crime prevention, urging citizens to report any suspicious activity.