The Lagos State Police Command has arrested a 24-year-old man, Lukman Sanni, over suspected illegal possession and transportation of firearms.

The suspect was arrested during a stop-and-search operation in Iyana Isashi, Lagos State, according to a statement issued on Tuesday, October 27, 2026, by the command’s spokesperson, SP Abimbola Adebisi.

Police said the arrest formed part of ongoing efforts to tackle illegal firearms possession, arms trafficking and other criminal activities across the state.

According to the police, a search conducted on Sanni led to the recovery of a locally made pistol, two live cartridges and an item suspected to be a charm.

The command said preliminary investigations were underway to establish the circumstances surrounding the suspect’s possession of the firearm and ammunition, as well as their intended destination.

Sanni remained in police custody and was providing information to assist investigators, the statement added.

The Commissioner of Police in Lagos State, CP Tijani Fatai, reaffirmed the command’s commitment to tackling illegal firearms possession, arms trafficking, cultism and other criminal activities.

He urged residents to remain vigilant and report suspicious activities promptly to the police, noting that credible information from members of the public was important to maintaining peace and security.

The police have not disclosed whether the suspect has been formally charged in court.

Investigators are expected to establish how he came into possession of the recovered firearm and ammunition and whether the items were intended for delivery to another person.

The allegations against Sanni remain subject to investigation and judicial proceedings.