Six Arrested For Vandalising Government Property In Lagos
Six Arrested For Vandalising Government Property In Lagos

Six arrested for vandalising government property in Lagos

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Lagos State officials have apprehended six suspects accused of vandalising a government-installed barricade at the Obalende Roundabout, one of the busiest traffic hubs in the state.

Those arrested were identified as Matthew Yohana, Jinadu Aliyu, Yohanna Adamu, Ayuba James, Umoru John, and Yakubu Ali.

Confirming the development in a statement released via his official X handle, the Commissioner for the Environment and Water Resources, Tokunbo Wahab, warned that the state would not condone acts capable of undermining public order.

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“All arrested individuals will be prosecuted in line with the relevant extant laws of Lagos State. We will not allow criminality or lawlessness to undermine public safety or the environment in Lagos State,” Wahab stated.

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Faisal Salisu Dambatta is a Nigerian journalist, editor, and digital publisher recognized for his dedication to factual reporting and public-interest storytelling. He has built a reputation for blending traditional journalistic integrity with modern, data-driven news analysis. Over the years, Faisal has covered national and regional developments across politics, governance, technology, and socio-economic affairs. His writing emphasizes accuracy, accountability, and the preservation of journalistic ethics in the digital age. He currently serves as a lead editor at Etimes247 Newspaper, where he oversees editorial direction, audience engagement, and the integration of SEO-optimized content strategies. Faisal believes in using media as a force for civic awareness and constructive public dialogue. When he’s not editing stories, he contributes to journalism training, digital literacy advocacy, and research on the evolution of online news consumption in Africa. Areas of Expertise: Investigative reporting | Digital publishing | Media strategy | SEO | Audience development

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