The Nigerian Police Force has dissociated itself from a viral video of some individuals on police uniform scooping fuel, stating that they are not members of the police force.
This was contained in a statement by the Spokesperson of the Police Force, Olumuyiwa Adejobi, in Monday.
NPO reports that the personnels in the video were seen scooping fuel from a tanker involved in an accident.
According to the police force, the video was ready ti discredit the Nigerian Police.
“The viral video circulating in the media that depicts uniformed personnel in camouflage scooping fuel from the wreckage of an accidented tanker was just released to discredit the Nigeria Police Force.
“It is essential to clarify that the individuals in the video are not officers of the Nigeria Police Force.”
The statement revealed that the personnels are from a neighboring francophone country whose camouflage uniforms bear a resemblance to the Nigeria Police’s.
“The captured officers were speaking in french languages, not a Nigerian language or English.
“We strongly condemn the spread of such disinformation and unverified news and contents aimed at tarnishing or discrediting the image of the Nigeria Police Force.
“Such actions not only undermine the integrity of the force but also have far-reaching negative consequences for the nation and its people.
“The Nigeria Police Force, under the leadership of the IGP, remains committed to upholding discipline, professionalism, and dedication to the safety and security of all Nigerians.
“Acts that compromise the reputation of the force are unequivocally unacceptable and will not be tolerated. We urge all Nigerians to exercise caution and verify information before sharing it, to foster national unity and uphold the credibility of institutions working tirelessly for public safety.” The statement read.