The police in Lagos State have arrested a 32-year-old man, Abubakar Ibrahim, for alleged illegal possession of firearms.
The state police spokesperson, SP Benjamin Hundeyin, confirmed the arrest on Monday on his verified X handle.
He said the police intercepted and arrested the suspect while his accomplices escaped.
“The suspect and two others were stopped by police officers at about 2:00 a.m.on Monday in Igbo Elerin in the Ojo area of the state.
“Though all three fled, the suspect was eventually apprehended and searched.
“Found in his bag were a locally fabricated double-barrel firearm, one expended and one live cartridge,” Mr Hundeyin said.
According to the spokesperson, investigations are ongoing.
(NAN)