Lagos State law enforcement authorities have apprehended two individuals accused of armed robbery while posing as police officers. The suspects, reportedly dressed in full police uniforms with the rank of Inspector, were caught during an operation in the state.
A video circulating on social media shows the suspects being paraded by officers of the Nigeria Police Force, with their weapons and other incriminating evidence displayed. The narrator in the video claims the duo used their fake Inspector ranks to extort and rob unsuspecting residents of Lagos.
The Lagos State Police Command has yet to issue an official statement regarding the arrests. However, the incident has sparked concerns about the ease with which criminals can impersonate law enforcement personnel and the potential implications for public safety.
This case is reminiscent of a November 2022 report by SaharaReporters, where officers, including Inspector Saratu, Joy, and Shehu at the Force Headquarters in Abuja, were accused of issuing fake appointment letters to constable applicants in exchange for substantial sums of money. The growing number of such cases raises serious questions about the integrity of the recruitment and identification processes within the police force.
