The Commissioner of Police, Ogun State Command, CP Bode Ojajuni, has assured residents of Ogun State that the Command is not going to compromise on skilled requirements following the viral video of police officers molesting a younger man in Ijagba, Ota.
Ojajuni gave the reassurance as the command introduced the apprehension of four officers captured in the video, which has continued to generate outrage on social media.
In a press release by the Police Public Relations Officer, DSP Oluseyi Babaseyi, the command stated it has commenced an intensive and neutral investigation into the incident.
“The Ogun State Police Command has commenced an investigation into a video circulating on social media showing police officers in the company of a civilian in the Ijagba-Ota area of Ogun State,” Babaseyi stated.
“In a prompt response, the four officers involved have been apprehended, while disciplinary procedures have been initiated to establish the facts and determine the appropriate action.”
According to the assertion, CP Ojajuni has directed that the investigation be guided by proof and due course of, assuring that any confirmed misconduct will likely be handled in accordance with established rules.
He emphasised that accountability and public belief stay integral to efficient policing in the state.
Recall that the video, which confirmed a younger man pinned to the bottom in handcuffs for allegedly sporting camouflage shorts, had sparked anger, with residents confronting the officers and forcing them to desert the arrest.
The command appreciated members of the general public for bringing the video to its consideration and urged anybody with credible info to cooperate with investigators, whereas cautioning towards hypothesis able to prejudicing the probe.
“The Command remains committed to addressing legitimate concerns, enforcing professional standards and protecting lives and property across the State,” Babaseyi added.
