Ex-Convict Re-Arrested for Cultism; Gun Found in Toilet Pipe

Lagos, Nigeria (August 19, 2025) – An Ex-Convict, suspected cultist and armed robber, Onamade Kayode has been re-arrested by operatives of the Ijede Division, Lagos State Police Command, recovering a locally made firearm hidden inside a toilet pipe.

Cablenews24 reports that according to a press release made available by the CSP Benjamin Hundeyin, Anipr, Mipra, Police Public Relations Officer, Lagos State Command Ikeja, the suspect was re-arrested following public complaints received concerning him brandishing a gun and threatening residents in the Sabon Kasuwa area of Abule Eko.

“Acting on public complaints received on August 18, 2025, regarding an individual brandishing a gun and threatening residents in the Sabon Kasuwa area of Abule Eko, the police responded swiftly. “ Hundeyin stated.

“The suspect, Onamade Kayode, was traced to an uncompleted building and apprehended.

“Investigations confirmed Kayode is an active cult member, despite being released from prison in 2022 for cultism-related offences. He admitted to possessing a firearm and led officers to its hiding place within a toilet pipe in the building.”

CSP Hundeyin further stated that Kayode is currently cooperating with police to identify other cult members and locate further weapons. He will face prosecution upon conclusion of the investigation.”

He said the Commissioner of Police, Lagos State Command, CP Olohundare Jimoh, commended the Ijede Division operatives for their professionalism and swift action.

To this end members of the public have been urged the public to remain law-abiding, shun cultism and armed robbery, and continue providing actionable information to combat crime.

About Cablenews24:
At CableNews24, we’re your trusted companion in navigating today’s fast-paced world. We are your gateway to a world of instant information, updates, and compelling stories. We are not just an online TV and newspaper website,we offer a dynamic mix of up-to-the-minute news, and insightful articles, CableNews24 delivers everything you need to stay connected. Whether you’re catching breaking news in real-time or exploring in-depth coverage through our online newspaper, we promise to keep you informed, entertained, and ahead of the curve. From local happenings to global events, we deliver news that matters.  Join the CableNews24 experience – where news meets convenience, and your world comes alive.

CableNews24 – News, Anytime, Anywhere.

For Advertisement, Event Coverage/MC, Public Relations, Story/Article Publication, and other Media Services, kindly send an email to: cablenews24.com@gmail.com OR Kindly call: 08023535955 . To stay updated with the latest news stories, kindly visit cablenews24.com published by AAAANDREL GLOBAL SERVICES