The Lagos State Police Command apprehended a 30-year-old technician, Emmanuel Achogwu, over theft of solar panels designated to power streetlights.
According to a statement by the state Police Public Relations Officer, SP Benjamin Hundeyin, released on his official X account on Monday, this information was disclosed.
He wrote, “Recently, #followlasg installed some solar-powered streetlights in some parts of the state. A few weeks later, the solar panels are being stolen.
“The police was informed and got to work. A few days back, 30-year-old Emmanuel Achogwu was arrested by officers from Alausa Division on Ikosi Road with four solar panels, moments after he removed them.
“Investigation reveals that the suspect was one of the technicians contracted to install the solar-powered streetlights. Investigation is ongoing.”
