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4 Officers Arrested after Ethnic Bias Video Sparks Outrage

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3 months ago

July 24, 2026

The Ondo State Police Command has arrested four police officers after a viral video showing them making ethnically charged remarks during a stop-and-search operation provoked widespread public outrage and renewed concerns over police conduct in Nigeria.

The officers, whose identities have been confirmed by the command, were arrested on the directive of the Commissioner of Police, Felix Ohagwu, and are undergoing disciplinary investigation over allegations of misconduct, incivility and actions capable of undermining public confidence in the Nigeria Police Force.

The video, which circulated widely on social media on Friday, captured a heated confrontation between the officers and a motorist reported to have recently returned from the United Kingdom along the Lagos–Benin Expressway.

During the exchange, the driver accused the officers of intimidation, attempted extortion and ethnic profiling after they stopped his vehicle for a search.

The encounter escalated when one of the officers was heard suggesting that the motorist would have been detained had he been of Igbo origin, a remark that drew widespread condemnation online and fuelled fresh debate over professionalism, accountability and ethnic bias within law enforcement.

The incident quickly gained traction across X and other social media platforms, where many Nigerians demanded sanctions against the officers and broader reforms to police stop-and-search operations.

Addressing journalists in Akure, the Police Public Relations Officer, DSP Abayomi Jimoh, confirmed that all four officers featured in the video had been identified and taken into custody.

According to him, the officers are ASP Elomore Sodayo, Inspector Adefila Adewale, Inspector Olorunfemi Opeyemi and Inspector Odusola Peter.

“The Command wishes to inform the general public that the officers captured in the video have been arrested,” Jimoh said.

He added that Commissioner of Police Felix Ohagwu had ordered “a comprehensive investigation to unravel the circumstances surrounding the incident and determine the level of culpability of each officer involved.”

The police spokesman stressed that the Force would not tolerate behaviour capable of eroding public trust or promoting ethnic division.

“The Nigeria Police Force is a disciplined and professional institution that does not condone any form of misconduct, incivility, or actions capable of undermining public confidence, promoting ethnic division, or bringing the Force into disrepute,” he said.Africans & Diaspora

He added that officers are required to conduct themselves professionally, respect the dignity of members of the public and comply strictly with the Force’s Code of Conduct and Standard Operating Procedures.

Jimoh assured Nigerians that the investigation would be conducted fairly and transparently and that any officer found culpable would face disciplinary action in accordance with established procedures.

“The outcome of the investigation will be guided by the principles of fairness, transparency and accountability. Any officer found to have acted contrary to the ethics and standards of the Nigeria Police Force will be subjected to appropriate disciplinary measures,” he said.

The latest incident is the latest in a series of cases in which police authorities have taken disciplinary action following public complaints amplified by viral videos.

In recent months, the Nigeria Police Force has ordered investigations and sanctions against officers accused of harassment, extortion and misconduct after similar incidents attracted widespread public attention.

The Ondo State Police Command said it remains committed to intelligence-led, community-oriented policing and urged members of the public to continue reporting cases of police misconduct through established complaint channels.

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EFCC busts Chinese-linked illegal refinery in Ogun

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13 hours ago

November 4, 2026

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The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has uncovered an illegal oil refinery allegedly operated by Chinese nationals in the Ogere area of Ogun State.

The commission said the facility was discovered on Saturday, October 31, 2026, by operatives of its Lagos Zonal Directorate 2 following intelligence and surveillance on the activities of illegal sludge oil refiners.

The EFCC disclosed this in a statement issued on Tuesday by its Head of Media and Publicity, Dele Oyewale.

Oyewale said the facility was deserted when operatives stormed the premises, following an earlier crackdown on four illegal lithium processing plants in the area.

However, he said operatives discovered waste products from the refining process and underground tanks suspected to have been used for heating and processing sludge oil.

The statement read, “The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission uncovered an illegal oil refinery operated by Chinese in the Ogere area of Ogun State.

“The operation, conducted on Saturday, October 31, 2026, by operatives of the Lagos Zonal Directorate 2 of the EFCC, followed credible intelligence and surveillance by the commission on the activities of the illegal sludge oil refiners.

“The refinery was found deserted when EFCC operatives stormed the premises, following the commission’s earlier clampdown on four illegal lithium processing plants in the area. However, waste products from the refining process were discovered at the location.”

Oyewale said during the raid, underground tanks believed to have been used for heating and processing the sludge oil were also discovered.

“Two of the underground tanks inspected contained substances suspected to be Automotive Gas Oil (AGO), otherwise known as diesel.

“Preliminary investigations revealed that the operators sourced sludge oil, also known as black sludge, from Warri, Delta State, and Port Harcourt, Rivers State, and transported it to the illegal facility in Ogere for processing,” Oyewale added.

He said the operators subjected the sludge oil to intense heat, allowing lighter petroleum components to pass through chambers and filters in a process believed to produce diesel for sale in the Nigerian market.

“Personnel at the facility told EFCC operatives that the Chinese operators never disclosed their identities nor the name of the company behind the facility.

“Consequently, operatives of the Lagos Zonal Directorate 2 of the EFCC have since taken over the premises as investigations continue to establish the identities of the operators, the ownership of the facility and the full extent of the suspected illegal activities and economic sabotage,” he added.

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Oyo boxer, KBlaq stabbed to death during street fight

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2 days ago

November 3, 2026

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An amateur boxer identified simply as Kehinde and popularly known as KBlaq has been stabbed to death during a street fight at Olodo Garage in Ibadan, Oyo State.

PUNCH Metro learnt on Monday that the incident occurred on Sunday, sparking outrage among social media users, who called for justice for the deceased.

According to accounts circulating online, the deceased was not initially involved in the fight, while the suspect allegedly appeared after the confrontation had ended and stabbed him in the neck with a broken bottle.

Kehinde, who was described by acquaintances as a boxer, reportedly succumbed to his injuries.

Several social media users expressed shock over the killing, with some claiming that the suspect was not among those involved in the initial fight.

An X user, @MVKAY2, wrote, “The person who stabbed him was not even involved in the fight, and they had stopped fighting already. Just one of those vile men wey the matter no concern came from nowhere and stabbed him.

“Before una start dropping different narratives, I wish he was with Z second. I wish he was never there.”

Another user, @omononaolapo, wrote, “Funny enough, this guy that stabbed him was not even among those that they were fighting.”

Similarly, @Tunde, who described the deceased as his brother, wrote, “Na my brother o. Ajeh. Olodo bike men can be very mean sometimes, and they were all there watching them fight.”

Another user, @Fela, added, “This was why I made this tweet earlier today. This boxer is my younger brother’s friend. I got to church yesterday and my brother told me someone killed his friend. I was shocked when he told me.”

Also, @Pelumifundz, who described Kehinde as the younger brother of a friend, wrote, “This guy is a twin and my friend’s junior brother. He’s so gentle and doesn’t cause trouble. I would really love to know what happened that made the bikeman stab him in the neck. Anyways, rest in peace, Kenny. I know you won’t go without having justice. We will definitely get it for you.”

Confirming the incident on Monday, the spokesperson for the Oyo State Police Command, Olayinka Ayanlade, told our correspondent during a telephone interview that an investigation was ongoing.

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Terrorists abduct 14 Islamic school students in Niger

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2 days ago

November 3, 2026

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Suspected terrorists have abducted 14 students in a Niger State Islamic school.

The incident reportedly happened on Saturday in Pandogari in Rafi Local Government Area.

The PUNCH learnt that the students were abducted while harvesting maize in their teacher’s farm when the terrorists invaded the farm.

The teacher was also reportedly kidnapped during the incident.

The spokesman of the Niger State police command, Wasiu Abiodun, confirmed the incident on Monday, saying that the number of abducted students was 14 and not 50 as reported.

He also said a joint security mission was on a rescue mission, assuring that the abducted students would be rescued.

“On 31/10/2026 at about 12.30 pm, suspected bandits invaded Tungan-Bako village via Rafi LGA and abducted some persons working on the farm.

“The report further indicated that the abducted victims were about 14 students of an Islamiya helping their Mallam to harvest maize on the farm before the incident.

“However, joint security rescue efforts are ongoing; further developments will be communicated,” he said.

Meanwhile, the spokesman of the Social Democratic Party governorship candidate, Jonathan Vatsa, speaking on the incident, condemned Governor Mohammed Bago over his handling of the security situation in the state.

He lamented that the governor was busy with electioneering and had failed to protect lives and property.

“The security agencies in the state lack operational vehicles and other necessary equipment to confront the situation.

“The government is only there to issue statements either condemning every attack or condole with the people over the death of their loved ones without any cogent step to address the situation,” Vatsa said.

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