Lagos Police Investigate Officers for Extorting Dispatch Rider

The Lagos State Police Command has initiated an investigation into allegations of extortion involving a dispatch rider who claimed to have paid ₦20,000 to police officers from the Makinde Divisional Headquarters. This follows the circulation of a video on social media showing the incident, where the rider, whose name remains undisclosed, recorded the encounter with a hidden camera.

The police command confirmed awareness of the video and stated that the officers involved have reported to the Command Headquarters for questioning as directed by the Commissioner of Police, Lagos State Command, CP Tijani Fatai, psc, mnips. While the dispatch rider alleged that the officers extorted him, the police did not confirm the transaction details or the amount.

The command assured the public that the investigation is ongoing and that appropriate actions will be taken against any officer found guilty. As of the latest update, there has been no information regarding the arrest or disciplinary actions against the officers involved.