The Nigeria Police Force has identified the three officers involved in an incident where they allegedly stopped a motorist in Lagos to demand his tinted glass permit without showing their ID cards or wearing uniforms. The Force Police Public Officer, ACP Olumuyiwa Adejobi, confirmed the development on his verified social media handle.
The incident came to light when a social media user posted a video, narrating how three men, claiming to be police officers from Zone 2, stopped him on Victoria Island. The officers were reportedly in mufti and drove a bus without a number plate. When the motorist requested to see their identification cards before complying, they were unable to provide any.
The user, identified as @emmCee_RNB, explained that when he informed them he was a journalist, they entered their vehicle and drove off. He expressed concern over the lack of identification from the supposed undercover police officers.
In response to the incident, ACP Olumuyiwa Adejobi stated that the officers had been traced to Zone 2 Command in Onikan, Lagos State. This development indicates that the police force is taking steps to address the issue and ensure accountability.
The incident highlights the importance of proper identification and adherence to protocols by law enforcement officers during interactions with the public. It also underscores the role of social media in shedding light on such incidents and promoting transparency and accountability.
