The Lagos Police Command has apprehended two individuals suspected of engaging in the illicit production of counterfeit beverages within the state.
The arrest was confirmed by SP Benjamin Hundeyin, the spokesperson for the police command, in an official statement released on Thursday.
The apprehended individuals have been identified as Imo Lawrence, 35, and Magnus Nwonka, 42, both taken into custody on Wednesday.
According to Hundeyin, the suspects played a key role in leading officers from the Ojo Police Division to an undisclosed multi-room facility where the alleged production of fake drinks took place.
The police spokesperson described the location as an “inconspicuous” factory, revealing that the premises were inundated with stagnant, foul-smelling water.
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Hundeyin shared a compelling video showcasing crates filled with various drinks, plastic bottles, and bags of sachet water—all of which were reportedly employed in the production of these counterfeit beverages.
This significant operation underscores the commitment of the Lagos Police Command to combatting illegal activities that pose a threat to public health and safety.
Further investigations are underway to unravel the full extent of this illicit operation and bring those responsible to justice.