Suspected Mastermind of ₦150m Maryland/Ikeja Burglary Apprehended on Return from Canada

The Nigeria Police and INTERPOL have arrested a former accountant accused of masterminding a ₦150 million burglary at a luxury Maryland/Ikeja residence. Investigators say the 50-year-old insider exploited his 17-year tenure with the late homeowner and access to a spare key to plan the heist. The July 2025 break-in led to six initial arrests, but the main suspect fled to Canada before charges could be filed. After months of international tracking, authorities arrested him at Lagos airport on June 1, 2026, upon his return to the country. Police confirm the stolen goods were taken from a five-bedroom duplex and are still tracing missing items and any accomplices. Officials warn further arrests may follow as the investigation continues.

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