Dare Babalola
A 36-year-old man, Animashaun Khalid has been arrested by officers of the 9 Brigade of the Nigerian Army, Ikeja for impersonating an Army Major.
The Lagos Police Public Relations Officer, CSP Benjamin Hundeyin, on Monday confirmed the arrest in a statement, adding that the suspect has been handed over to the police in the state.
Hundeyin disclosed that the suspect was caught at the Arena Market in Oshodi with a forged Nigerian Army identity card bearing his name and the rank of Major.
The police image maker stated, “The suspect was apprehended at the Arena Market, Oshodi, with a forged Nigerian Army identity card bearing his name and the rank of Major by soldiers and was immediately handed over to the Lagos State Police Command in a seamless operation, underscoring strong inter-agency collaboration.”
The statement confirmed that the case has already been assigned to Special Squad I of the Command for a thorough investigation.
“The investigation aims at tracing the source of the forgery, identifying accomplices, and determining whether the suspect used the fake identity to commit other offences.
“Upon conclusion of the investigation, the case would be charged to court accordingly,” Hundeyin added.
Lagos State Commissioner of Police, CP Olohundare Jimoh, commended the Nigerian Army for its swift action.
“The swift arrest and prompt handover underscores the importance of synergy among security agencies in tackling crime,” he said.
Jimoh further urged Lagos residents to remain alert: “We call on members of the public to remain vigilant and report suspicious activities, assuring that close collaboration between security forces would continue to enhance safety in Lagos State.”
