By Pascal Ibe
The police spokesperson in Nigeria, ACP Muyiwa Adejobi has confirmed that the viral video of arrested policemen over robbery and kidnapping happened in Enugu State.
Muyiwa said the policemen paraded in the viral video were dismissed officers.
For the past one week, this video has been trending online. Nigerians are seeking to know the exact location it happened.
Shared on many social media platforms, this video had the caption, “This are Nigerian criminals, kidnappers, killers in South east, Nigeria police officers causing the problem in South east, after they, kidnapp and kill, they will say its Ipob, luck run against them“.
But in response to this trending video, the Nigeria Police confirmed that the suspects involved in the hijacking of a DAF SF Truck carrying 40,000 litres of Premium Motor Spirit (PMS) along the Ohodo-Opi Road in Igbo-Etiti LGA, Enugu State, on May 29, 2024, were dismissed police officers.
In a statement, Muyiwa stated that these individuals were apprehended after a meticulous operation which led to the rescue of the abducted driver and motor boy. Among those arrested are ex-Insp. Otache Egbe, ex-Insp. Abah Solomon and ex-Sgt. James Mamah.
He said, “the investigation led to the recovery of significant exhibits, including two AK-47 rifles, 105 rounds of ammunition, and various security uniforms. The Police reassures that the operation exemplifies the dedication of the Force to eradicating criminal elements irrespective of their previous affiliations. The apprehended suspects have confessed to their crimes and are under investigation by the Enugu State Criminal Investigation Department (SCID), with ongoing efforts to recover the stolen PMS. The suspects will soon appear in court for prosecution.
“The Inspector-General of Police, IGP Kayode Adeolu Egbetokun, has emphasized the commitment of the Nigeria Police Force to collaborate with all stakeholders in combating crime. He has issued a stern warning to individuals engaging in criminal activities, stressing that the law will inevitably catch up with them, and justice will be served, while urging well-meaning members of the public to support the police in the efforts to maintain safety and security across the country.
