The Nigeria Police Force has arrested five suspects in connection with the armed robbery of a mobile phone and accessories dealer in Ogun State, recovering 81 brand-new smartphones and 196 chargers.
The suspects were arrested by operatives of the Special Tactical Squad (STS) following a petition by Sanniphil Company to the Inspector-General of Police, Olatunji Rilwan Disu, over the violent robbery of its consignment of mobile phones and accessories.
According to the Force Public Relations Officer, CSP Ani Iniedu, the STS commenced a discreet investigation on August 10, 2026, following the petition, which subsequently led to the arrest of the five suspects in Ogun State.
Preliminary investigation revealed that on August 5, at about 7:00pm, the suspects allegedly attacked a company vehicle conveying mobile phones and accessories from Lagos to Onitsha and carted away goods valued at approximately ₦100 million.
The suspects were identified as Okori Joyus, 23; Yetunde Lasisi, 53; Usen Samuel, 20; Usen Wisdom, 25; and Quadri Oluwadare, 56.
The police said 81 brand-new smart mobile phones and 196 chargers were recovered from the suspects as exhibits.
The Force added that efforts were ongoing to apprehend other fleeing members of the gang and recover the remaining stolen property.
The Nigeria Police Force reiterated its commitment to protecting citizens and businesses from violent crimes and bringing perpetrators to justice across the country.
