Lagos State Police Command has apprehended Issa Majafara for his alleged possession of a police uniform, according to SP Benjamin Hundeyin, the Police Public Relations Officer for the command.
POLITICS NIGERIA reports that the arrest took place on Tuesday at approximately 6:30 p.m. by a vigilant surveillance patrol team on Iyana-Iba Market Road in the Ojo area of Lagos.
Upon apprehension, the suspect, whose residential address remains unknown, was found in possession of various items including two pairs of trousers, a camouflage T-shirt, and a police face cap.
“After questioning, the suspect claimed to have retrieved the uniform from a dustbin,” stated Hundeyin. The case is presently under investigation, and the suspect will soon face charges of impersonation in court.
The spokesman also cautioned the public to exercise caution and remain vigilant against individuals wearing police or other security uniforms who may be involved in illicit activities.
He urged residents to promptly report any suspected impersonators to the police, noting that genuine law enforcement personnel have their names clearly printed on their uniforms.
