The Lagos State Police have arrested a 20-year-old man, Uzochukwu Ugomadu, in connection with a recent explosion at a CCTV camera shop in Ikeja, Lagos.

Ugomadu, who is from Abia State, was caught on April 15 around noon. He was hiding at a house located at No. 5 Fasoya Street, Mile 12, along Ketu-Ikorodu Road.

The explosion happened on April 12 at a CCTV shop on Kodesho Street, near Computer Village. It was caused by an improvised explosive device (IED). The blast shocked many people in the busy commercial area.

Police spokesperson Benjamin Hundeyin confirmed the incident and said investigations had started immediately after the blast.

“Preliminary investigations revealed that he received a carton containing the IED from a man identified only as Prince now at large at Fort Betnaija Limited, Mile 12, Ketu Road.

“He subsequently delivered the package to another individual known simply as Frank, who is also currently at large. Frank is alleged to have planted the explosive device at the CCTV shop, and his image was captured by the store’s security camera system,” Makama claimed.

According to a report shared by security expert Zagazola Makama, Ugomadu helped move the explosive device used in the attack. He has confessed to playing a role in the incident.

Ugomadu is now in police custody and helping with further investigations. Meanwhile, the police are still searching for other people involved in the explosion.