The Lagos State Police command has arrested some suspected Yoruba Nation agitators in the Alausa area of the state.
The command’s spokesperson, Benjamin Hundeyin, made this known in a tweet on his verified Twitter handle on Sunday.
The self-determination group had gathered to set up camp for a massive protest agitating for the secession of the Yoruba people at Alausa area of Ikeja, the state capital.
“Earlier today, a number of Yoruba Nation agitators commenced setting up camp at Alausa, planned to be used as base to launch a massive protest.
“Camp was promptly dislodged while agitators were arrested.
“Investigation continues at state Criminal Investigation Department.
“Lawlessness WILL NOT be tolerated!,” he wrote.