By Onyinyechi F Obinagwam
The Lagos State Police Command have confirmed arrest of one Kosiso Chukwem-Nenyem, alleged to have sent a bomb threat Whatsapp message to two schools in different parts of Lagos.
The Commissioner of Police, CP Olorundare Moshood Jimoh revealed while briefing pressmen on the recent achievements of the command at the Headquarters in Ikeja that, the Command has arrested the brain behind the threat messages sent to schools in Ikeja, GRA and Ikorodu, Kosiso Chukwem-Nenyem, the suspect, was arrested in Okota area of State.
It was gathered that at about 4:00 p.m. on Tuesday, January 20, 2026, the Human Resources Manager and the Chief Security Officer of the schools (names withheld) separately reported at the Ikeja Divisional Headquarters that they had received threatening WhatsApp messages from the same unknown number, alleging that explosive devices had been planted within the school compounds.
Commissioner of Police, Lagos State Command, CP Olorundare Moshood Jimoh made the disclosure while briefing journalists at the Command Headquarters in Ikeja, on Monday.
He said the Command swiftly deployed operatives, including the Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD) Unit, Counter-Terrorism Unit (CTU), and tactical teams, to the affected schools.
He said, “No explosive device was found and the schools were immediately declared safe. Police investigations led to the arrest of Kosiso Chukwem-Nenyem, a resident of Okota, identified as the sender of the threat messages.”
Although the suspect claimed he lost his phone in November 2025, police investigations revealed he continued to receive calls from family members during the period the threats were issued. The SIM card was also recovered from him.
“This individual acted alone and deliberately attempted to cause panic among parents and school authorities. He will be prosecuted to the full extent of the law,” the CP stated.
Meanwhile, the CP announced the strengthening of the School Protection Squad (SPS), established by the Inspector-General of Police, IGP Kayode Adeolu Egbetokun, to cover Lagos East, West and Central districts.
Headquarters are located at Ikorodu (East), Igando (West) and Lion Building, Lagos Island (Central).
The CP also disclosed the deployment of Eko-Strike Force, Rapid Response Squad (RRS) and a newly established Nightlife Patrol Squad to secure entertainment hubs, hotels and recreational centres across Lagos.
Also, operatives of the command intercepted three suspected vandals who removed 154 electronic reflective markers from the Third Mainland Bridge during patrol operations
“The suspects have been charged to court”, he stated, adding that “The entire Lagos State is safe. Residents, investors and visitors are encouraged to go about their lawful activities without fear”.
He commended officers and men of the Command for their dedication and reiterated the command’s commitment to protecting lives, property and investments in Lagos.
