Lagos police arrest dismissed operative for impersonation and extortion

The Lagos State Taskforce, a law enforcement agency in Nigeria’s commercial hub, has arrested a 36-year-old former operative, Adeyemo Olalekan, for impersonating a serving official of the agency to seize commercial motorcycles and extort their operators.

According to the Vanguard News, Olalekan was dismissed from the agency several years ago over theft-related misconduct. However, he reportedly continued to impersonate a serving official to seize motorcycles and demand extortion from their operators.

The suspect was apprehended during a fresh clampdown by the taskforce on illegal activities in the state. The clampdown resulted in the impounding of 128 motorcycles, according to the Vanguard News.

The arrest serves as a reminder to ex-law enforcement officers that their dismissal does not absolve them from the law. It also underscores the need for vigilance against impersonation and extortion in Lagos, a city known for its bustling commercial activities.