Police Arrest 8 Suspects Over Cult-related Killings In Lagos

The tactical operatives of the Lagos State Police Command have arrested eight persons allegedly involved in several cult-related killings within Yaba College of Technology and its environs in an intelligence-led operation, which took place on Tuesday, April 29, 2025.

Spokesman of the Command, CSP Benjamin Hundeyin who made this known in a statement on Wednesday, listed the suspects as Adeyemo Abdulsamad ‘m’ aged 24, a.k.a Cloud; Afeez Enitan ‘m’ aged 28; Ayomide Daniel ‘m’ aged 30; Olamilekan Adeagbo ‘m’ aged 26 a.k.a Skinny; Mayor Samson ‘m’ aged 28; Basit Ishola ‘m’ aged 20; Quadri Sikiru ‘m’ aged 26, and Mariam Salihu ‘F’ aged 23.

Hundeyin said exhibits recovered from the suspects during the operation include 1 Beretta pistol, 4 9mm ammunition, 1 cartridge, 2 battle axes, and 2 cutlasses.

He added that investigation was in progress to unravel the full extent of the suspects’ involvement in cult-related activities.

The Lagos Police Spokesperson assured the public that the suspects will be made to face the full wrath of the law.

Commissioner of Police, Lagos State Command, CP Olohundare Jimoh, while commending the swift response and excellent work of the Command’s tactical teams and Eko Strike Force, who carried out the operation, urged the public to remain vigilant and report any suspicious activity to the police for appropriate action.

He equally assured the public that the Command will continue to work tirelessly to ensure the safety and security of all residents and visitors to Lagos State.