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Men Arrested In Algeria After Attempting To Enter Spain Disguised As Sheep by alphonsoolajide(op): 9:19am On Feb 19

“Japa Gone Wrong”: Three Men Arrested in Algeria After Attempting to Enter Spain Disguised as Sheep

Three men have been arrested in Algeria after allegedly attempting to enter Spain in an unusual disguise that has since gone viral on social media.

According to reports, the suspects were trying to cross the border illegally by hiding inside a truck transporting livestock. In an effort to avoid detection, they allegedly wore sheep costumes to blend in with the animals being transported. Eyes Of Lagos reports,

The plan reportedly failed during a routine inspection when border officials noticed unusual movements among the animals. Some of the “sheep” were said to be walking upright on two legs, raising suspicion among officers.

Upon closer examination, authorities discovered that three of the animals were actually men wearing disguises. They were immediately removed from the truck and taken into custody.

The suspects are now reportedly facing charges related to immigration fraud. Reports also suggest they could face additional allegations, including claims that they disrupted and stepped on livestock while attempting to conceal themselves.

The bizarre incident has triggered widespread reactions online, with many users describing it as a desperate but poorly executed attempt at migration, often referred to in Nigerian slang as “japa.” Others expressed concern over the risks people take in pursuit of opportunities abroad.

https://eyesoflagos.com/2026/02/19/three-men-arrested-algeria-enter-spain-disguised-sheep/

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Re: Men Arrested In Algeria After Attempting To Enter Spain Disguised As Sheep by Zonefree(m): 9:21am On Feb 19

Some of the “sheep” were said to be walking upright on two legs, raising suspicion among officers.

You can't outsheep a sheep.

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Re: Men Arrested In Algeria After Attempting To Enter Spain Disguised As Sheep by Namaster: 9:50am On Feb 19

I have to say, though, their disguise is TOPNOTCH!

Comparing the face of the one still in the mask with the sheep behind them is like looking at IDENTICAL TWINS.

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Re: Men Arrested In Algeria After Attempting To Enter Spain Disguised As Sheep by Bahamas95(m): 10:04am On Feb 19

"The plan reportedly failed during a routine inspection when border officials noticed unusual movements among the animals. Some of the “sheep” were said to be walking upright on two legs, raising suspicion among officers"

Na here dem take loose guard. If you're a sheep behave like a sheep.

This cracked me up walai! 😂😂😂

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Re: Men Arrested In Algeria After Attempting To Enter Spain Disguised As Sheep by helinues: 10:12am On Feb 19

He sheep

Imagine the way I am laughing like dindinrin reading this

cheesy

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Re: Men Arrested In Algeria After Attempting To Enter Spain Disguised As Sheep by Axis313(m): 10:42am On Feb 19

Human mind is infinitely creative,but many used it negatively.
This plan failed due to the minor mistake or negligence of one of them.

The last picture though,see as the real sheep inside the truck are looking at the fake sheep.

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Re: Men Arrested In Algeria After Attempting To Enter Spain Disguised As Sheep by JuanDeDios: 10:42am On Feb 19

alphonsoolajide:
https://eyesoflagos.com/2026/02/19/three-men-arrested-algeria-enter-spain-disguised-sheep/

Man in sheep's clothing.

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Re: Men Arrested In Algeria After Attempting To Enter Spain Disguised As Sheep by mmadu4: 10:42am On Feb 19

Hahaha hahahaha very funny 😂🤣

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Re: Men Arrested In Algeria After Attempting To Enter Spain Disguised As Sheep by BILLSMAN: 10:42am On Feb 19

Omoh things dey happen o grin

Why are you guys impersonating a sheep?

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Re: Men Arrested In Algeria After Attempting To Enter Spain Disguised As Sheep by carzeem1: 10:42am On Feb 19

. Men dey hustle o.kai

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Re: Men Arrested In Algeria After Attempting To Enter Spain Disguised As Sheep by Flangelo12: 10:43am On Feb 19

When the door swung open, they should have said "baa baa".

grin

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Re: Men Arrested In Algeria After Attempting To Enter Spain Disguised As Sheep by Maj196(m): 10:43am On Feb 19

wtf did i just read? new update don land for illegal migrators grin

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Re: Men Arrested In Algeria After Attempting To Enter Spain Disguised As Sheep by Harry830: 10:43am On Feb 19

This nai be the really sheep's clothing

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Re: Men Arrested In Algeria After Attempting To Enter Spain Disguised As Sheep by Willy2025: 10:44am On Feb 19

The disguise was a top-notch worthy of studying cheesy

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Re: Men Arrested In Algeria After Attempting To Enter Spain Disguised As Sheep by Pierocash(m): 10:44am On Feb 19

Do you know how many people have crossed successfully using that method grin

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Now the format don cast

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Re: Men Arrested In Algeria After Attempting To Enter Spain Disguised As Sheep by grandstar(m): 10:44am On Feb 19

Is this wolves in sheep closing or what?

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Re: Men Arrested In Algeria After Attempting To Enter Spain Disguised As Sheep by ThiefnubuBandit(f): 10:44am On Feb 19

That's how Gbola Tinumbu's online donkeys will move to Benin Republic when he's defeated.

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Re: Men Arrested In Algeria After Attempting To Enter Spain Disguised As Sheep by greatiyk4u(m): 10:45am On Feb 19

I can't stop laughing seriously here

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Re: Men Arrested In Algeria After Attempting To Enter Spain Disguised As Sheep by Hedonisco: 10:45am On Feb 19

These are the real Sheeple in the most literal sense.

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Re: Men Arrested In Algeria After Attempting To Enter Spain Disguised As Sheep by greatseed: 10:46am On Feb 19

alphonsoolajide:
https://eyesoflagos.com/2026/02/19/three-men-arrested-algeria-enter-spain-disguised-sheep/

A story of fools trying to fool fools! That said!

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Re: Men Arrested In Algeria After Attempting To Enter Spain Disguised As Sheep by Savedday2: 10:46am On Feb 19

Lol, 😂😂😂😂😂😂😂 I don laf tire!

Sometimes, I can't imagine how some people thinks.

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Re: Men Arrested In Algeria After Attempting To Enter Spain Disguised As Sheep by alizma: 10:47am On Feb 19

Handsome sheeps. they are lucky that didn't happen in naija, imagine terrorist hijacked the vehicle and tell their boys to take the sheeps to the slaughter and prepare something for dinner.

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Re: Men Arrested In Algeria After Attempting To Enter Spain Disguised As Sheep by Urgent1Million: 10:47am On Feb 19

Since they're not Nigerians, their nationalities won't be mentioned.
Very very funny though 😄🤣😆😂😀

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Re: Men Arrested In Algeria After Attempting To Enter Spain Disguised As Sheep by vislabraye(m): 10:47am On Feb 19

Isn't this just hilarious . I can't stop laughing

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Re: Men Arrested In Algeria After Attempting To Enter Spain Disguised As Sheep by richiemcgold: 10:47am On Feb 19*

Men in sheep's clothing 🤥🤥

I think they were just unlucky.
Some migrants must have probably done it in the past and successful. Now the format don cast. LoL grin

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