Olasupo clarified that after receiving the letter, his employer immediately sought legal counsel, which led to the rescheduled date.
Popular Ibadan-based broadcaster Peter Olasupo has been summoned by the International Criminal Police Organization (INTERPOL) over allegations of criminal defamation and cyber-stalking.
He was instructed to report to the INTERPOL headquarters in Abuja, as reportedly stated in a letter he received on December 30, 2024.
His appearance has since been rescheduled to January 13, 2025, to continue the investigation.
“I recently received a letter with the headline Investigation Activities/Invitation Letter from the International Criminal Police Organization (INTERPOL), informing me of an investigation into allegations of Criminal Defamation and Cyberstalking involving me," Olasupo said in a Facebook post on Sunday.
“They requested that I report to INTERPOL Headquarters at Force Headquarters, Shehu Shagari Way, Garki, Abuja, on Monday, 30th December 2024, at 11:00 AM in furtherance of the investigation.”
Olasupo clarified that after receiving the letter, his employer immediately sought legal counsel, which led to the rescheduled date.
“Upon receiving the letter through my boss, my boss immediately contacted our able lawyer Barr. Yomi Ogunlola, who responded on my behalf, resulting in a rescheduled appearance date of Monday, 13th January 2025.”
Olasupo expressed confusion over the details of the case, asking, “Who reported me to INTERPOL? Why INTERPOL? Who is defaming whom? And who is cyberstalking whom? My Lord, I am innocent of these allegations.”
He also questioned the need to travel to Abuja, citing the logistical and financial challenges.
“At the moment, I don’t have full details of the matter, but I will present myself at their office and fully cooperate with INTERPOL’s investigation into the alleged case. However, I am curious—why must I report to the Abuja office? Why can’t I report to the Nigeria Police Headquarters at the Oyo State Command, Eleyele, Ibadan, or even their Lagos office, which would be easier for me to reach by train?” he asked.
The broadcaster further raised concerns about the costs of travel, noting that airfares were expensive and road travel posed risks.
“INTERPOL, if you truly want to facilitate this process, shouldn’t you at least provide travel allowances? Or will you use a Police helicopter to carry me? Traveling by air is costly these days, and traveling by road has its risks,” he said.
Olasupo assured his fans that the matter would not affect his professionalism.
“To my fans, please know that this will not affect my dedication to doing the right thing or my professionalism, which you all know me for. I remain committed to speaking the truth to those in power,” he added.
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