The Lagos State Police Command has uncovered a suspected high-tech indoor cannabis farm at a residential property in Apapa, arresting two men, including a Polish national, in connection with the discovery.
The operation took place on November 2, 2026, at about 8:15 a.m., following intelligence received by police operatives.
The suspects were identified as Thomas Razvickas, 49, a Polish national, and James Chisome, 36, a Nigerian. Both reportedly reside at the property where the facility was discovered.
According to the statement issued by the Command, operatives searched the premises after receiving credible information and discovered a sophisticated indoor farming facility allegedly designed for cultivating, harvesting and processing substances suspected to be cannabis. The police said the two men had been taken into custody and had made confessional statements while providing information to assist investigators in unraveling the operation.
The Commissioner of Police, Lagos State Command, Tijani Fatai, subsequently visited the property to inspect the facility, assess the scale of the operation and receive updates on the ongoing investigation.
Fatai commended the officers involved for their vigilance and effective use of intelligence, describing the discovery as part of the Command’s sustained efforts to tackle criminal activities through proactive policing.
He reiterated the police command’s commitment to combating drug-related offences, dismantling criminal networks and preventing Lagos from becoming a safe haven for criminal activities.
The commissioner also acknowledged the contributions of members of the public in providing information to security agencies.
He urged residents to continue reporting credible information that could assist the police in identifying and addressing criminal activities across the state.
The Command assured residents of its determination to sustain intelligence-driven operations and maintain a proactive approach to tackling crime.
By Musekir Faisat OmolaraÂ
