The Lagos State Police Command has identified Inspector Osumah Frank, the Police officer featured in a viral video making inappropriate remarks while travelling on public transportation, and has commenced disciplinary proceedings against him.
The Command said the remarks attributed to the Inspector were made in his personal capacity and did not represent the official position, views or disposition of either the Lagos State Police Command or the Nigeria Police Force.
In a press statement e-signed and released to the National Association of Online Security News Publishers (NAOSNP) on Friday, September 25, 2026, by the Lagos State Police Public Relations Officer, SP Abimbola Adebisi, the Command said the disciplinary action was in line with its commitment to transparency, accountability and professional policing.
According to the statement, the disciplinary proceedings are being conducted in accordance with the established regulations of the Nigeria Police Force.
The Command noted that the incident underscores the importance of ensuring that Police personnel conduct themselves appropriately, particularly when appearing in public while wearing the uniform of the Force.
The Commissioner of Police, Lagos State Command, CP Tijani Fatai, reiterated that every Police officer is expected to uphold professionalism, civility, discipline and respect for members of the public at all times.
He stressed that wearing the Police uniform comes with a responsibility to protect the dignity and integrity associated with the institution.
«“All personnel are expected to maintain professionalism, civility, discipline and respect for members of the public at all times,” the Commissioner said.»
CP Fatai further stated that the Command would not tolerate conduct capable of damaging the reputation of the Police or undermining public confidence in the institution.
The Command’s position comes amid increased public scrutiny of the conduct of security personnel, particularly where their actions or statements are recorded and subsequently circulated widely on social media.
By identifying the officer and initiating disciplinary proceedings, the Lagos State Police Command said it was reaffirming that accountability applies to its personnel and that individual conduct should not undermine the broader responsibility of the Police to protect and serve members of the public.
The Command also reiterated its commitment to professionalism, discipline, accountability and respect for the public in the discharge of policing duties across Lagos State.
