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.
Mr Ovye-Aya also warned the public against taking the law into their hands.
The CP said the suspects were apprehended by his men at different locations during its special Eid-el-Fitr celebrations.
