The Nigeria Police Force has detained an unnamed officer featured in a viral video alongside Wahab and Raheem Okoya, sons of billionaire businessman Chief Razaq Okoya, engaging in unethical naira abuse.
Police Statement
Force Public Relations Officer Olumuyiwa Adejobi disclosed on his X handle on Friday that the officer has been identified and is currently in custody for disciplinary action. Adejobi emphasized that the officer’s actions violated the force’s values and integrity.
He wrote:
The policeman captured in the recent viral video shared by the sons of the Lagos businessman, Chief Razaq Okoya, where they were abusing the naira, has been identified and detained for disciplinary action.
“The involvement of the policeman has been condemned, as it’s unethical. We will always strive hard to uphold the sanctity, credibility, and core values of the police.”
The Viral Video
- Details: Wahab and Raheem Okoya, dressed in white agbada, were seen flaunting bundles of N1000 notes while promoting Raheem’s song, Credit Alert.
- Officer’s Role: The officer held bundles of naira notes as the brothers danced and threw money into the air.
Public Reaction
The video has drawn widespread criticism, with many Nigerians expressing skepticism that Chief Razaq Okoya’s sons would face consequences due to their father’s influence.
Police Commitment
Adejobi reassured the public of the force’s dedication to maintaining ethical standards, indicating that appropriate measures would be taken to address the misconduct.
The case has sparked ongoing conversations about accountability and the abuse of privilege in Nigeria.