The Lagos State Police Command has launched an investigation into the delivery of a parcel containing two rounds of 7.62mm live ammunition to the residence of Olusegun Alebiosu, Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer of First Bank Nigeria. Alebiosu reported the incident to police on May 7, 2026, after his security guard received the package at his Lagos home. When opened, the parcel was found to contain the live bullets, prompting immediate concern and a formal investigation by the police.
Lagos Commissioner of Police, Tijani Fatai, confirmed the probe during a press briefing on Tuesday, describing the case as serious and requiring thorough examination. He stated that while Alebiosu had named individuals he suspected in the matter, no arrests had been made and no suspects were in custody. The police are following leads but have not disclosed any potential motive or source of the parcel.
At the same briefing, Fatai announced the arrest of multiple crime suspects across Lagos State. Items recovered in related operations included 14 firearms, four live cartridges, 51 mobile phones, one motorcycle, 47 sacks of military camouflage uniforms, and vandalised electrical cables. These arrests were not linked to the parcel sent to Alebiosu.
Olusegun Alebiosu is under police protection after receiving live bullets at his home, yet those he suspects remain free. The police acknowledge his named suspects but have made no arrests, leaving the threat unresolved. Nigerians watching may wonder what level of danger triggers decisive action. For now, investigation continues without detention.
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