Police arrest man for removing AKT light bulbs illuminating under Otedola Bridge

Operatives of the Rapid Response Squad of Lagos State Police Command have arrested a 20-year-old man for removing seven AKT light bulbs illuminating under the Otedola bridge.

RRS in a statement on Friday, October 6,2023, said the suspect, Gbolahan Olarewaju, who confessed to the crime said he also removed other bulbs a few weeks ago. 

“Around 2:00 a.m. yesterday, operatives of Rapid Response Squad (RRS) on patrol of Otedola Bridge arrested Gbolahan Olarewaju (20) for removing seven AKT Light illuminating the Under bridge,” the statement reads.

“Many of the AKT Light with 24 watt fitting bulbs were removed weeks ago. They were replaced few days later to re-illuminate the Under Bridge

“Olanrewaju confessed that he removed the first fittings and also vandalized some of the facilities.

“He added that he handed over the items to his friend to assist him in selling them. The suspect has been charged in court.”