The Lagos State Police Command has arrested five individuals in connection with the abduction and sale of a two-week-old baby for N3m.

The suspects, including a woman entrusted with the care of the baby’s teenage mother, are currently in custody following a detailed investigation by the State Criminal Investigation Department (SCID).

According to the Command’s spokesperson, CSP Benjamin Hundeyin, in a statement on Thursday, the case was initially reported at the Ajah Police Division on May 5 by a man who disclosed that his 16-year-old cousin, identified as Miss Happiness, had become pregnant by an unknown individual.

Due to financial hardship, the complainant’s mother had entrusted the pregnant teenager to one Nonye Osi for shelter and care until she gave birth.

However, investigations revealed that Osi conspired with others to relocate the girl to an undisclosed location.

When she was eventually found, she no longer had her pregnancy, and the baby was missing.

Upon transferring the case to SCID for further investigation, detectives arrested five suspects: Osi, Akintan Adedayo, Jimoh Bashiru, Elizabeth Bishop, and Bukola Oladapo.

The suspects were found to have conspired in the sale of the baby.

Following extensive investigative efforts, the two-week-old baby boy was recovered safely from the Agemuwo area of Badagry.

Hundeyin said the child was found in good health.

The case is now being handled by the Gender/Anti-Human Trafficking Unit, which is providing care for the infant pending his reunion with his biological mother.

Hundeyin reaffirmed the command’s commitment to ensuring the safety and security of Lagosians.

“The child was found safe and sound. The Gender/Anti-Human Trafficking Unit is currently handling the case and attending to the baby, who is in good health, pending his reunion with his biological mother.

“While investigations are ongoing to bring all involved parties to justice, the Lagos State Police Command reiterates its unwavering commitment to ensuring the safety and security of all residents,” he said.