Police dispute Papaya Ex’s assault claims after Lagos incident
Social media influencer Abike Raheem (popularly known as Papaya Ex) has accused a police officer of assault during a late-night encounter in Lagos. She claimed the officer struck her, assaulted her driver, and forcibly took her phone. The police, represented by ACP Benjamin Hundeyin and SP Abimbola Adebisi, have denied these allegations, instead alleging that Papaya Ex resisted a routine stop-and-search. The incident has sparked debate online, with calls for further investigation.
What we know
- Papaya Ex alleged she was assaulted by a police officer in the Ajah area while returning from a movie set.
- She claimed the officer hit her in the face with a gun, touched her inappropriately, and assaulted her driver.
- Police spokesperson ACP Benjamin Hundeyin stated that officers stopped a vehicle with five occupants for a routine search, which Papaya Ex refused.
- According to SP Abimbola Adebisi, the group failed to provide valid identification and attempted to evade the police before being intercepted at a second checkpoint.
- The police say the incident is under investigation, and further updates will be provided.
