Gbenro Adesina
Following investigations into the dehumanising treatment of a lady as shown in a viral video on Wednesday July 22, 2020, the Nigeria Police Force have identified three police officers and one civilian accomplice, who participated in the unprofessional act.
According to a statement from the Force headquarters, two suspects, ASP Tijani Olatunji and Inspr Gboyega Oyeniyi have been arrested for their roles in the discreditable conduct and incivility to a member of the public and they are currently being detained at the Lagos State CID detention facility, Panti, Yaba.
Preliminary investigations show that the policemen who are attached Area ‘A’ Command, Lion Building, Lagos, were on legitimate investigation activities to Ibadan, Oyo State where the incident took place.
While efforts are being intensified to arrest the two other accomplices. the police authority assured that appropriate disciplinary procedure would be initiated as soon as investigations are concluded.