The Lagos State command of the Nigeria Police Force has dismissed allegations linking its officers to partisan politics, describing the claims as false, misleading, and damaging to its reputation.
Deputy spokesperson of the command, DSP Babaseyi Oluseyi, made this known in a statement issued on Saturday in Lagos.
Oluseyi distanced police personnel from insinuations associating them with political parties or partisan activities in the state.
“The allegations by a section of a political party that our personnel support one party against another are false, misleading, and a disservice,” he said.
According to Oluseyi, joint police teams, including conventional officers, tactical squads, and anti-riot units, were deployed to patrol Alimosho Local Government Area and other parts of the state.
He explained that the deployment, which commenced on September 4, was aimed at preventing crime, ensuring public safety, and maintaining peace.
“No political party or individual has lodged complaints at any police station in Alimosho or elsewhere in Lagos regarding alleged attacks or reprisals,” he added.
Oluseyi stressed that the deployed teams had remained professional and polite in their duties.
“At no time did officers cover for political attacks,” he noted.
The Deputy PRO further stated that the Commissioner of Police, Olohundare Jimoh, had reiterated the command’s neutrality and emphasised its constitutional responsibility to enforce laws, protect lives and property, and maintain peace.
Jimoh urged political stakeholders and residents to channel genuine complaints to the police rather than resort to mischief or blackmail to mislead the public.
He assured that all credible complaints would be addressed promptly and fairly.
The Commissioner also appealed to residents to remain law-abiding and go about their daily activities without fear, insisting that Lagos remains peaceful.
“The command remains committed to fairness, professionalism, and integrity in safeguarding public safety,” Oluseyi added.
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