Lagos sees police appointment, airport incidents, and crackdowns on crime

Several law enforcement and security developments have been reported in Lagos, Nigeria. Tunji Disu, who is 59 years old and from Lagos, was named the new Inspector-General of Police.

Other incidents include a fire at an old terminal at the Lagos airport, which prompted a visit from an official named Keyamo who ordered increased vigilance. Separately, the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) arrested a businessman at the Lagos airport for allegedly hiding cocaine on his body.

Local authorities also carried out various enforcement actions. The Lagos taskforce impounded 50 motorcycles and cleared shanties along the Coastal Road, while officials announced a crackdown on people using illegal chieftaincy titles.