The Force Criminal Investigation Department (FCID), Alagbon, Lagos, says it has opened an investigation into allegations of N2 million extortion involving some of its officers.

The probe followed a public complaint by one Olawale, who alleged on X that officers kidnapped, tortured and extorted N2 million from him last week.

Reacting on Monday to the allegations via X, FCID spokesperson ASP Aminat Mayegun, said the command had ordered a full investigation into the matter.

“The parties involved have been contacted, and we are thoroughly investigating the allegations of extortion and rights violations,” Ms Mayegun said.

She assured that any officer found guilty would face disciplinary and legal action, while efforts would be made to recover the allegedly extorted money.

“The victim has been contacted and confirmed readiness to assist with the investigation. Both the PoS agent and officers have been identified,” the spokesperson added.

Ms Mayegun said the command would provide regular updates, stressing that the police remained committed to professionalism, accountability and fair justice delivery in handling the case.

In a video shared on X, the policemen were seen dragging Mr Olawale and hitting him with their guns during the alleged incident.

Mr Olawale said he was abducted from his apartment in the Egbeda area of Lagos on Tuesday and taken to Alagbon by the officers.

“They beat, tortured and dehumanised me throughout the journey to Alagbon, repeatedly claiming there were petitions against me but showing no evidence,” he alleged.

He further narrated that, on arrival at FCID Alagbon, he was uncuffed and led to the station’s backyard, where threats and intimidation continued.

According to him, the officers forced him to admit to internet fraud and compelled him to sign a false statement claiming he had made millions.

“They demanded N2 million. I showed them I had only N200,000 in my account. I had to borrow the balance,” Mr Olawale said.

He added that the PoS operator introduced by the officers charged him N37,000 for the transaction, which he also paid before being released.

(NAN)