Mr Dare said the gesture was in response to increasing cases of theft of steel fences.
Mr Afolayan noted that several weapons were recovered from the suspects.
The AIG underscored the importance of rebuilding public trust in the police.
He explained that effective policing could not be left in the hands of police personnel alone.
The police have declared two persons wanted in connection with multiple murders, kidnapping, unlawful possession of firearms and conspiracy.
The police spokesperson said 13 live cartridges, a giant tool box and a drill machine used for the fabrication of the illegal firearms were also recovered.
The suspect was arrested and he volunteered his statement where he confessed to the crime.
The CP also disclosed that the police apprehended 28 suspected kidnappers and recorded 50 murder cases, with 67 suspects arrested.
Before his new posting, Mr Adegoke was in charge of armament at the Force Headquarters, Abuja.
He said Samlerry claimed to be acting on orders of Oba Elegushi.
