Lagos police investigate viral video alleging task force extortion
The Lagos State Police Command is investigating allegations against officers of the Lagos State Task Force, led by CSP Adetayo Akerele. A viral video accuses these officers of seizing vehicles, fabricating traffic violations, and extorting money from motorists. The police, under the directive of CP Olohundare Jimoh, have acknowledged the video and promised a thorough probe. Public complaints about the task force's conduct have been mounting, especially regarding aggressive enforcement tactics.
What happened
- A viral video shows alleged extortion by Lagos State Task Force officers, including claims of hijacking vehicles and creating false traffic offences.
- The video features a motorist who says he paid ₦150,000 to avoid having his vehicle impounded.
- The Lagos State Police Command confirmed the allegations are being investigated and thanked the public for raising the issue.
- CSP Adetayo Akerele is named as the leader of the task force in question.
- Earlier in March 2026, Objectv Media and others reported similar complaints about the task force's tactics.
