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Police Detain Officers Attempting To Seize Young Men’s Phones In Lagos [Video]

The Lagos State Police Command has taken some of its officers into custody over claims that they harassed and extorted young people in the state.

This follows a viral video showing officers trying to collect phones from a group of young men during a stop-and-search operation.

In the video, one of the men is seen struggling with a police officer to get his phone back.

Reacting to the incident, the police command said the action was taken after receiving complaints backed by evidence of misconduct.

The statement added that the officers involved are now facing an orderly room trial, while investigations into the matter are still ongoing.

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Watch the video below:

KanyiDaily also reported how gunmen attacked a police border checkpoint along the Bakin Ruwa–Maje road in Kebbi State, killing two officers who were on duty.

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Tobias Sylvester

Tobias Sylvester is the news editor for Kanyi Daily News and is based in Lagos. Contact Tobias at editor@kanyidaily.com. Got a confidential tip? Submit it here

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