The Ogun State Police Command has noted with concern a publication titled “Ogun Police, Tenants and the Peril of Criminalising Civil Disputes” circulating on online platforms, which contains misleading and incomplete information regarding a reported case of assault and conduct likely to cause breach of peace in Ajuwon area of the State.
The Command categorically states that the content of the publication is a distortion of facts and does not reflect the professional handling of the matter.
The case was reported on 9th April 2026 by a family member of the victim, who alleged that the victim was involved in an altercation with his tenants over electricity-related issues, which reportedly resulted in physical confrontation and a subsequent medical incident involving the landlord.
In line with standard investigative procedures, the persons involved were lawfully invited, the scene and relevant persons were assessed, and statements were obtained from all parties involved. The matter was handled strictly as a reported case of assault and breach of peace, with due regard to due process and the rights of all parties.
Following preliminary investigation, the matter was managed at the level of the Division, and the parties were granted administrative bail in accordance with established procedures, while efforts were made towards de-escalation and amicable resolution.
Subsequently, the complainant formally withdrew the case through a written letter, confirming that the matter had been amicably resolved by the parties involved.
For the avoidance of doubt, at no time were any persons unlawfully detained. All police actions taken were strictly within constitutional and procedural limits, including lawful invitation, investigation, and administrative bail.
It is also important to state that the Command, through the Police Public Relations Officer, duly responded to a media platform that formally sought clarification on the matter. However, the Command observes that the subsequent publication contained deliberate misrepresentation and selective interpretation of facts in a manner capable of creating a false narrative.
The Command further clarifies that the matter was investigated based on a criminal complaint of assault and breach of peace, and not as a civil tenancy enforcement issue as wrongly portrayed in the said publication.
The Ogun State Police Command strongly cautions against the deliberate distortion of facts aimed at misrepresenting lawful police actions and misleading the public. Such narratives are capable of undermining public confidence in lawful policing and due process.
The Command remains committed to professionalism, neutrality, and strict adherence to the rule of law in the handling of all cases.
Members of the public are advised to disregard sensational accounts and rely only on verified information from official Police communication channels.
