In a major breakthrough, operatives of the Lagos State Police Command have successfully tracked and arrested a notorious armed robber, hired assassin, and murderer, identified as John Samuel, 28, from Akwa Ibom State.
According to reports, Samuel was arrested in his hideout at Epe on September 19, 2025, at around 2 pm. The suspect, an ex-convict, was recently released from prison after serving a six-year jail term for armed robbery.
Samuel's latest victim was a businessman, Gbenga Obama, who was shot and robbed of an expensive gold necklace and other valuables in broad daylight at Gbajobi Street, Allen Avenue, Ikeja, on August 18, 2025.
CCTV footage of the incident clearly shows Samuel firing at the victim with an English pistol before dispossessing him of his valuables. The victim sustained serious gunshot wounds but has since been treated and discharged.
During interrogation, Samuel confessed to selling the stolen jewelry for ₦4 million, far below its actual value. The Lagos State Police Command is currently working to arrest other members of his gang and bring them to justice.
The Commissioner of Police, Lagos State Command, CP Olohudare Jimoh, praised the gallantry and commitment of the operatives involved in the arrest. He assured Lagosians that a discreet investigation is ongoing into the case.
The Lagos State Police Command reiterated its commitment to safety and protection of all residents, warning criminally minded individuals that Lagos has no hiding place for them.
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