Police dismiss kidnapping rumours of DPO, confirm safety

By Sodiq Adelakun

The Lagos State Police Public Relations Officer, SP Benjamin Hundeyin, has dismissed circulating rumours about the alleged kidnapping of a Lagos Divisional Police Officer.

In a statement posted on his official X (formerly Twitter) handle on Wednesday, Hundeyin confirmed that the DPO in question is safely at his office, diligently performing his duties to ensure the safety of lives and property within his jurisdiction.

Hundeyin expressed gratitude to those who showed concern and reassured the public of the police command’s commitment to providing professional service.

He wrote, “We wish to debunk the rumour circulating that a Lagos DPO was kidnapped.

“This claim is entirely false. The DPO in question is currently in his office, diligently performing his duties to ensure the safety of lives and property within his jurisdiction.

“We sincerely thank everyone who called this morning out of concern. We appreciate your support and assure you that we will continue to discharge our duties professionally.”