The Lagos State Police Command, on Monday, debunked a viral advisory on social media allegedly emanating from the Command about “an increase in kidnapping incidents along Gbagada Expressway”......READ THE FULL ARTICLE>>>
In a press release by the state command, titled “GBAGADA EXPRESSWAY TRAVEL ADVISORY”, the Command urged Lagosians to remain calm.
It reads: “The Lagos State Police Command wishes to debunk a now viral advisory on social media purportedly emanating from the Command about ‘an increase in kidnapping incidents along Gbagada Expressway”.
“The Command hereby states unequivocally that the claim that such a security alert was issued by the Lagos State Police Command is false.
“That notwithstanding, the Command is not unmindful of the concerns raised in the alert.
“Consequently, the Commissioner of Police, Lagos State Command, Adegoke Fayoade, has ordered an immediate review of the security architecture of the entire area by affected Divisional Police Officers (DPOs) and Area Commanders, in a bid to forestall such an occurrence.
“The improved security architecture will be regularly reviewed and optimised to ensure absolute security for road users, residents of the area and the entire people of Lagos State.
“To this end, Fayoade urges Lagosians to go about their lawful businesses without fear of harassment or intimidation.
“In the same vein, Lagosians are urged to remain security conscious and report any suspicious happening around them to the nearest Police Station or call Lagos State Police Command Control Room on 08065154338, 08063299264 or 09129229576.”
Recall that In recent weeks, commuters have sounded the alarm over the escalating rate of kidnappings and the activities of ‘one chance’ criminals across Lagos.
‘One Chance’ refers to a type of robbery orchestrated by criminals using commercial vehicles with colluding passengers and conductors.
The criminals operate primarily along the Gbagada area of Lagos, using commercial buses, known as danfo, with about five passengers, to kidnap unsuspecting commuters.
Some victims shared their experiences on social media, cautioning fellow commuters about the criminals seizing opportunities to rob people of their belongings.
Ayowande Adalemo, using the handle @wandyvirus, warned of kidnappers using the ‘once chance’ model on the Gbagada expressway. He also urged vigilance…CONTINUE READING>>
