The Lagos State Government has arraigned more than 100 suspects before the Lagos State Special Offences Mobile Court sitting in Bolade, Oshodi, over alleged breaches of public peace and other offences across the Victoria Island, Lekki and Ajah axis.
The suspects were arrested during an early-morning operation conducted between 2am and 4am on Friday, September 4, 2026, following concerns over activities allegedly capable of disrupting public order in the area.
According to the state government, the defendants are facing charges bordering on breach of peace, unlawful conversion of government property for personal use and conduct likely to cause a breakdown of law and order.
The prosecution, led by Oluwabusola Omotunde on behalf of the Lagos State Attorney-General and Commissioner for Justice, presented the cases before the Special Offences Mobile Court.
During the proceedings, some of the defendants pleaded guilty to the charges, while others pleaded not guilty.
The Chief Magistrate of the Mobile Court, F.J. Adefioye, stressed the importance of deterrence while emphasising the need to ensure due process in handling the cases.
Defendants who pleaded guilty to Counts I and II were sentenced to one month and two months of community service or imprisonment, respectively, with the sentences ordered to run consecutively.
Those who pleaded not guilty were remanded and granted bail subject to the provision of two sureties.
The Coordinator of the Mobile Court, Olufemi Adekunle, reaffirmed the state government’s commitment to maintaining law and order while protecting residents, businesses and public spaces across Lagos.
He said similar Mobile Court sittings would continue across the state to ensure that persons accused of violating the law are prosecuted promptly.
The Lagos State Government said the enforcement measures are part of broader efforts to maintain public order and safeguard legitimate economic and social activities in areas affected by disturbances.
Authorities have urged residents and businesses to comply with existing laws and avoid activities capable of threatening public safety or disrupting peace in the state.
