Unprofessional Conduct: Lagos CP Disbands Tactical Squad, Orders Trial Of Officers

Following a preliminary investigation into their unprofessional conduct, a team of police officers in the Lagos State Police Command has been detained by the order of the state police boss, Olohundare Jimoh.
This development arise as a result of a video which went viral on social media capturing the moment some officers attempted to forcibly remove a motorist’s glasses, suspected of having a hidden camera feature. The situation escalated when one of the officers was seen striking the motorist.
The State Police Command Public Relations Officer, CSP Benjamin Hundeyin, reacting to the incident on his X handle , said the state police Commissioner had directed immediate disciplinary measures against the officers involved.
According to Hundeyin, the affected personnel will face an orderly room trial in line with established disciplinary procedures to ensure justice is served promptly and transparently.
The state police –image-maker, added that the state police boss did not stop at that as he also announced the dissolution of the entire Tactical Squad implicated in the matter.
Hundeyin, who also disclosed that a new Tactical Squad had been constituted, comprising officers who would strictly adhere to international best practices in policing, said the new unit will operate with zero tolerance for corruption while upholding the highest standards of respect for human rights and dignity.
“The Lagos State Police Command remains committed to serving and protecting the public with integrity and fairness. We urge residents to continue to cooperate with law enforcement agencies and to report any act of misconduct through our established channels,” the state police publicist said in the statement.