Lagos police chief says viral extortion video is false
The Lagos State Police Command has rejected allegations of extortion against its task force, calling a viral video circulating online misleading and malicious. Olohundare Jimoh, the Commissioner of Police, clarified the situation during a press briefing and emphasized the task force's ongoing efforts to maintain order in Lagos. According to Jimoh, a preliminary investigation found the extortion claims to be untrue. He urged motorists to obey traffic laws and cooperate with law enforcement.
What happened
- Olohundare Jimoh stated that the viral video accusing task force officials of extortion is misleading and malicious.
- The incident in the video reportedly took place on March 13, 2026, around 6:30 a.m. in the Ikorodu area during a routine operation.
- The driver involved, Lateef Adeyemo, allegedly tried to evade arrest, collided with a minibus, and incited bystanders against officers.
- Jimoh said the video was recorded by the suspect and does not show the full context of the incident.
- The suspect was arraigned before a mobile court in Oshodi on four counts and was remanded after failing to meet bail conditions.
