The police boss said all the suspects would be charged to court after the completion of investigations.
The CP said the command had observed an alarming increase in the number of vehicles plying the roads across the state with covered number plates.
The police said 33 other suspects have been charged with criminal conspiracy and unlawful assembly in relation to the case.
Mr Lawan said all suspects would be charged to court upon completion of investigations.
Mr Umar-Fage urged residents to remain law-abiding.
He explained that the inauguration of the unit was timely and necessary.
Mr Ojo said the operations were intelligence-driven.
He said the suspects were apprehended at Budo Mosalasi, Saki area of Oyo State.
Mr Umar said the ban was necessitated by the absence of a central union for scrap dealers and reports of illegal and unwholesome activities linked to the business.
The police commissioner urged residents of the state to remain vigilant and law-abiding during the festive season.
