…….not Nigerians
The Nigeria Police Force headquarters have disowned a viral video of men in camouflage uniform scooping for fuel from a tanker involved in accident.
Police Public Relations Officer, ACP Olumuyiwa Adejobi in a statement posted on X formerly Twitter said the officers in the video are from one of the Francophone countries and were identified by the language of engagement in the video.
He said: “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. They are uniformed personnel from a neighbouring 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.
