As a sequel to a viral video showing Nollywood actress Angela Okorie being followed by armed police officers while jogging, an incident that has stirred widespread public concern, the Nigeria Police Force has announced that a full investigation has been launched into the matter.
The police spokesperson, Olumuyiwa Adejobi, in a statement posted Wednesday through the force’s official X (formerly Twitter) handle, said the officers’ actions are unprofessional and not in line with the standards expected of police personnel.
“The Nigeria Police Force strongly frowns at the conduct of armed officers seen in a viral video trailing actress Angela Okorie while she jogged—an act clearly inconsistent with the professional standards and decorum expected of our personnel,” the statement read.
While the video appears to have been filmed on or near a movie set, Adejobi acknowledged that it has raised serious concerns among Nigerians. “It remains unclear whether the footage was part of a scripted production, but the behavior of the officers falls below the acceptable standards of the Nigeria Police,” he stated.
The police have initiated an internal review process to identify the officers involved and investigate the circumstances surrounding the video. Adejobi assured that appropriate disciplinary measures will be taken based on the outcome.
The police investigation into the video of Angela Okorie with armed escorts raises questions about the use of police resources for personal purposes. What do you think the outcome of the investigation should be?