Police operatives in Lagos have apprehended a man who was declared wanted for cyberbullying and making disparaging remarks against clerics. The suspect, a resident of the Alakuko area of Lagos, was tracked down and arrested on Tuesday following petitions filed against him by several clerics. The arrest was confirmed by a police source, who provided details about the case.
According to the police source, the arrest followed a petition by a well-known Celestial Church pastor in the Ojokoro area, who accused the suspect of making disparaging remarks against him and his religious beliefs. Another petition was also submitted against the suspect by a popular Islamic scholar in the Ogba area, who similarly accused the suspect of making odious remarks against his person and religious beliefs.
The suspect is also on the wanted list of the police in Kwara, where a warrant of arrest had been issued against him in connection with cases of cyberbullying involving several other religious clerics. The police source stated that the suspect had been profiled, and the command was awaiting more victims to come forward with complaints relating to his alleged cyber assaults.
The State Commissioner of Police, Mr. Fatai Tijani, directed the State Criminal Investigation Department, Panti, Yaba, to conduct a thorough investigation into the matter. The police assured that the investigation would be conducted professionally, with all relevant parties given the opportunity to present their evidence.
The suspect will be taken to court as soon as the investigation is concluded. The police are urging anyone with information about the suspect's alleged cyberbullying activities to come forward and assist with the investigation. Additional complaints will help the police complete the investigation and determine the next steps in the case.
The Lagos police command is committed to ensuring that perpetrators of cyberbullying and other forms of harassment are brought to justice. The command is working to create a safe and secure environment for all residents, including clerics and other individuals who may be vulnerable to such attacks.
The case highlights the growing concern about cyberbullying and online harassment in Nigeria. The police are working to address this issue through increased enforcement and public awareness campaigns. The arrest of the suspect in Lagos is a significant step in this effort, and the police are expected to continue their efforts to combat cyberbullying and other forms of online harassment.
Key points
- The suspect was arrested following petitions by clerics from different religious backgrounds.
- The suspect is also wanted in Kwara state for similar cases of cyberbullying.
- The police investigation is ongoing, and the suspect will be taken to court upon completion.
