“They Refused to Take Me to the Station”- Man Alleges Harassment by Police in Lagos Over Used Battery

• A Nigerian man has accused officers of the Nigeria Police Drive of detaining him in Ajah, Lagos, over a used battery with out receipt and refusing to take him to the station, sparking reactions on-line.
• He additional defined that he was keen to cooperate with any authentic investigation however insisted on due course of.

A Nigerian man has taken to social media to recount his encounter with officers of the Nigeria Police Drive in Ajah, Lagos, alleging harassment and tried extortion.

In accordance with the person, the incident occurred whereas he was transporting a used battery, which he claimed belonged to him. He alleged that the officers stopped him and questioned him over the dearth of a receipt for the merchandise.

Narrating his expertise, he mentioned, “Nigerian law enforcement officials held me right here in Ajah, Lagos as a result of I’m carrying a used battery and not using a receipt. I instructed them to take me to the station so I could make a press release, however they refused. They’re nonetheless with my automobile papers.”

He additional defined that he was keen to cooperate with any authentic investigation however insisted on due course of.

“I used to be transporting used battery. If they need any investigation, they will take my particulars from my driver’s license,” he acknowledged.

The person additionally alleged that he understood the officers’ intentions however selected to not comply.

“I already know what they wished, however I instructed them I’ll by no means give them shishi,” he added.

The incident has since sparked reactions on-line, with many Nigerians sharing comparable experiences and calling for improved accountability throughout the police drive.