The Lagos State Police Command has identified the police inspector featured in a viral video making inappropriate remarks while travelling in a public transport as Inspector Osumah Frank.
The Command, in a statement, said it had commenced appropriate disciplinary proceedings against the officer in accordance with the established regulations of the Nigeria Police Force.
It also clarified that the comments made by the inspector were made in his personal capacity and did not represent the official position, views or disposition of either the Lagos State Police Command or the Nigeria Police Force.
The Commissioner of Police, Lagos State Command, CP Tijani Fatai, psc, mnips, reiterated that all police personnel are expected to uphold professionalism, civility, discipline and respect for members of the public at all times.
He stressed that wearing the police uniform carries the responsibility of protecting the dignity and integrity of the Force, adding that the Command would not tolerate conduct capable of bringing the Police into disrepute or undermining public confidence.
The Command reaffirmed its commitment to transparency, accountability and policing with humility and integrity, assuring the public that appropriate action would be taken whenever personnel violate established standards of conduct.