By: Zagazola Makama
The Lagos State Police Command has confirmed the arrest of a principal suspect linked to the recent explosion caused by an improvised explosive device (IED) at a CCTV camera dealer’s shop on Kodesho Street, Ikeja.
The suspect, identified as Uzochukwu Ugomadu, a 20-year-old male from Umuahia North in Abia State, was apprehended at about 12:00 hours on April 15 at his hideout located at No. 5 Fasoya Street, Mile 12, Ketu-Ikorodu Road.
According to the police, Ugomadu acted as an intermediary in the movement of the explosive device. Preliminary investigations revealed that he received a carton containing the IED from a man identified only as Prince now at large at Fort Betnaija Limited, Mile 12, Ketu Road.
He subsequently delivered the package to another individual known simply as Frank, who is also currently at large. Frank is alleged to have planted the explosive device at the CCTV shop, and his image was captured by the store’s security camera system.
The suspect has reportedly made a confessional statement detailing his role in the chain of events leading to the blast. He is currently in police custody and is assisting with ongoing investigations.
Efforts are being intensified to track down and apprehend the remaining suspects involved in the incident.
