Adeh said the officers seen in the video have been identified and invited for questioning, adding that an investigation into the matter is currently underway to determine the facts of the case.
The Federal Capital Territory Police Command says it has commenced an investigation into the alleged extortion of a motorist who contravened traffic laws by police officers in Kubwa, Bwari Council Area of the Federal Capital Territory, FCT.
The spokesperson for the FCT Command, Josephine Adeh, in a statement on Wednesday, said the incident occurred on Saturday.
Adeh said the officers seen in the video have been identified and invited for questioning, adding that an investigation into the matter is currently underway to determine the facts of the case.
The command urged the complainant to come forward and provide further substantiation of her claims.
The statement reads in part, "The attention of the FCT Police Command has been drawn to reports circulating on social media alleging the extortion of a motorist who contravened traffic laws by police officers in the Kubwa area of the FCT on Saturday, November 16, 2024.
“In response to these allegations, the command has taken swift action by promptly identifying and inviting the officers seen in the video for questioning.
"An investigation into the matter is currently underway to determine the facts of the case. The command urges the complainant to come forward and provide further substantiation of her claims.
"The FCT Police Command remains committed to maintaining high standards of professionalism and accountability within its ranks. We are dedicated to fostering a culture of integrity and will continue to hold any errant officers accountable for their actions.”
"The command encourages members of the public to report any instances of police misconduct within the FCT to our dedicated lines: Public Complaints Bureau at 09022222352 or the Complaint Response Unit at 08107314192," she added.