The Lagos State Police Command has arrested 16-year-old Solomon Ibiwoye after he was found in possession of a firearm in the Ebute-Ero area of the state.
In a statement released on Sunday, April 27, 2025, Police spokesperson CSP Benjamin Hundeyin confirmed the arrest, crediting vigilant residents who alerted the police.
“Kudos to observant Lagosians who spotted 16-year-old Solomon Ibiwoye with a firearm and discreetly informed the Ebute-Ero Police Division. Following the tip-off, the police conducted a search of his home, recovering a locally made firearm and an unexpended cartridge. Investigation is ongoing. One more firearm off the streets. See something, say something,” the PPRO wrote.
