In a swift response to a viral social media post, the Lagos State Police Command has summoned four of its officers for questioning over their alleged involvement in the extortion of N1 million from National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) members.
The incident, which came to light through a video shared on various platforms, sparked widespread outrage as Nigerians condemned the unlawful act. The video shows the NYSC members recounting their ordeal, accusing the officers of forcing them to part with the hefty sum during a stop-and-search operation.
Taking to its official X handle (formerly Twitter), Nigerian Stories broke the news, stating, “JUST IN: The Lagos State Police Command has summoned four officers captured in a viral video to account for their alleged involvement in the extortion of N1 million from some NYSC members.”
The Lagos State Police Command has vowed to investigate the matter thoroughly. A spokesperson for the command assured the public that any officer found culpable will face the full wrath of the law, as the force remains committed to eradicating corruption and upholding the integrity of its personnel.
“The Nigeria Police Force under the leadership of IGP Kayode Egbetokun does not condone any form of misconduct. All officers are expected to conduct themselves with professionalism and respect for the citizens they are meant to serve and protect,” the statement read.
The case has further ignited conversations around police accountability in Nigeria, with many urging the force to take decisive action to restore public confidence. Social commentators are calling for stringent reforms to prevent future occurrences of such misconduct within the ranks of law enforcement.
As investigations continue, the public eagerly awaits the outcome, hoping that justice will be served and the officers in question will either be cleared or held accountable for their actions.
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