The Lagos State Police Command on Wednesday arrested eight suspected cultists and armed robbers in a raid on a hideout in Odogunyan, Ikorodu.

The command disclosed that the Bullock Tactical Team conducted the operation at approximately 5:30 a.m., acting on intelligence.

The suspects arrested are Fadiya Ayodele (27), Lawal Rasheed (28), Akerele Demilare (27), Alimi Victor (23), Okiki Alufoge (25), Nurudeen Dolapo (25), Agboola Samuel (25), and Ayolade Victor (25).

Items recovered from the scene include a Nigerian military camouflage uniform, a battle axe, an assault dagger, several charms, and counterfeit US$100 bills amounting to $3,000.

During preliminary questioning, Fadiya Ayodele reportedly confessed to being the leader of the Eiye Confraternity in the area.

He also disclosed that he had handed over a locally made pistol to one Adewunmi Annadex, who remains at large.

“Efforts are underway to apprehend the fleeing suspect and recover the firearm,” the command said.