- Abdulraheem said that the agency had carried out initial surveillance in the area raided.
- He called on motorists and residents to remain vigilant and report any suspicious activity to the agency or the nearest police station.
The Lagos state environment and special offences enforcement unit says it has arrested 25 hoodlums for allegedly attacking motorists on the Lekki-Epe expressway.
In a statement on Friday, Gbadeyan Abdulraheem, the spokesperson of the task force, said that the suspects were arrested during an operation conducted in various areas of the state.
The arrests were made at Chisco Roundabout, Elegushi, Ikate Roundabout, and Marwa Bus Stop.
Abdulraheem said the operation followed multiple complaints from motorists and residents submitted through the agency’s feedback channels.
The spokesperson added that the surge in crimes, especially during rush hour, occurred as hoodlums targeted unsuspecting passersby and motorists from hidden spots.
“We cannot allow these criminal elements to hold our people hostage in their own communities,” he said.
“The state government remains steadfast in its resolve to protect lives and property.
“This operation is a testament to our unwavering dedication to this cause.”
Abdulraheem said the agency conducted initial surveillance in the raided area, adding that they found miscreants used pedestrian bridges at Ikate and Marwa Bus Stops to target broken-down vehicles.
The spokesperson asked motorists and residents to stay alert and inform the agency or nearest police station of any unusual occurrences.
In July, the agency arrested 40 traders for allegedly converting streets to mini-markets.
The spokesperson said the individuals engaged in unlawful nocturnal commercial activities, including street trading and restaurants on Alade avenue, Orishe, and Johnson streets, located off Obafemi Awolowo way in Ikeja.