Command says footage dates back to the 2023 governorship election, warns against sharing old videos without context.
The Kogi State Police Command has clarified that a viral video circulating on social media with the caption, “Police Don Buy Soja Job,” relates to an incident during the 2023 Kogi State Governorship Election and not a recent occurrence.
The Command said the incident involved police officers attached to the then Deputy Speaker of the Kogi State House of Assembly, Rt. Hon. Ahmed Ahmed, who accompanied him to his hometown of Abache to exercise his franchise.
According to the police, the officers were apprehended by military personnel deployed for election duties over the enforcement of movement restrictions. They were subsequently taken into custody, while the matter was transferred to the State Criminal Investigation Department for further investigation.
In a statement, the Police Public Relations Officer, ASP Saliu Oyiza Afusat, said circulating the footage without its historical context was misleading and capable of creating unnecessary distrust among security agencies.
The Command stressed that it currently enjoys strong synergy, mutual respect and operational cooperation with the military and other sister security agencies in Kogi State.
It described the partnership as critical to joint security operations and the maintenance of peace across the state.
The police urged members of the public and social media users to verify information before sharing, warning against recycling outdated materials to mislead the public or promote propaganda.
The Kogi State Police Command reiterated its commitment to professionalism, accountability and sustained collaboration with other security agencies in protecting lives and property.