26-year-old suspect arrested for importing, distributing fake engine oil
A 26-year-old suspect has been arrested by the Zone 2 Police Command, Onikan, Lagos for allegedly behind the production and distribution of adulterated engine oil across Nigeria.
Penpushing reports that the command’s Public Relations Officer Gbenga Afolayan, confirmed this in a statement on Saturday in Lagos, explaining that the case arose after a written petition to the office of the Assistant Inspector-General of Police in charge of the command, Adegoke Fayoade, alleging illegal adulteration of an engine oil product.
“The matter was promptly referred to the Zonal Anti-Piracy Unit for discreet investigation. A team of detectives from the unit apprehended the suspect, who confessed to masterminding the production and importation of adulterated engine oil products from China before distributing them across multiple states. During intelligence-led raids, officers recovered 280 gallons of adulterated engine oils from locations in Imo, Enugu, Kano, Lagos, and Ogun, ” he said.
Penpushing further reports that Afolayan added that the Standard Organisation of Nigeria (SON) confirmed that the seized products failed to meet Nigerian Industrial Standards, corroborating the allegations.
The police spokesperson stated that the Assistant Inspector-General of Police in charge of the command reaffirmed the command’s commitment to protecting consumers, safeguarding legitimate businesses, and ensuring that perpetrators of economic crimes face the law.
Penpushing also reports that he urged members of the public to report complaints through phone at 09062011772 or 08166350754, or through social media: X @Zone_2PPRO, Instagram: Zone2_policeng, or email [email protected].
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