Crimes

Lagos govt rescues 450 from under-bridge apartment

The Lagos State Government says no fewer than 450 miscreants have been rescued from an apartment under Dolphin Estate Bridge in the state.

This is just as the government said the statewide exercise to free the state of visible security risks has continued after the arrest of some suspects under the Dolphin Estate bridge.

This was made known via a statement issued by the Lagos State Commissioner for Information and Strategy, Gbenga Omotoso, on Sunday, May 5, 2024.

VIDEO: Lagos govt uncovers another under-bridge apartment

Omotoso said: “The ceaseless influx of miscreants, beggars, and the destitute onto Lagos streets has raised fears of insecurity of lives and property. This is unacceptable.

“As part of the exercise, 450 miscreants were at the weekend rescued. Of the lot, 371 pleaded for assistance to relocate to their various states due to the hardship they are facing in Lagos; 79 have been absorbed into some government facilities for rehabilitation after showing signs of being unwell.”

The commissioner added that the exercise will continue as part of the government’s responsibility to keep citizens safe and secure.

The Star

Segun Ojo

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