The Lagos State Police Command has commenced an investigation into viral videos accusing personnel of the Lagos State Task Force of allegedly framing motorists for traffic violations in order to extort money.
The videos, which circulated widely on social media on Saturday, allegedly show task force operatives under the leadership of Chief Superintendent of Police, Adetayo Akerele, seizing two vehicles in separate locations and repositioning them on a one-way road to create the impression of a traffic offence.
According to claims contained in the footage, the vehicles were allegedly photographed in the illegal position before the owners were confronted and asked to make payments to avoid the impoundment of their vehicles.
In one of the clips, a male voice alleged that he paid ₦150,000 to secure the release of his vehicle, claiming that other motorists had been compelled to make similar payments to avoid further legal consequences.
Reacting to the development, the Lagos State Police Command acknowledged the viral content and confirmed that a probe had been initiated.
In a statement shared on its official X account on Sunday, the Command disclosed that the Commissioner of Police, Olohundare Jimoh, had ordered an immediate and comprehensive investigation into the allegations.
“The attention of the Lagos State Police Command has been drawn to the video currently circulating online,” the statement read.
“The Commissioner of Police has ordered an immediate investigation into the matter.
“The Command appreciates members of the public for bringing this to our attention and assures that appropriate action will be taken based on the outcome of the investigation.”
Sources within the police hierarchy indicated that the matter has also attracted the attention of the Inspector-General of Police, Olatunji Disu, who has reportedly directed that the circumstances surrounding the incident be thoroughly examined.
The controversy adds to a series of complaints that have trailed the operational conduct of the Lagos State Task Force in recent weeks.
Earlier in March 2026, social media platform Objectv Media and several other users alleged that some task force personnel engaged in aggressive enforcement tactics, including directing motorists to carry out illegal manoeuvres before accusing them of traffic violations and demanding money to release impounded vehicles.
However, the task force dismissed the allegations in a statement issued on Thursday by its Director of Public Affairs, Gbadeyanka Abdulraheem, describing the claims contained in one of the videos circulated by Objectv Media as misleading.
Authorities say investigations are ongoing, with assurances that anyone found culpable will face appropriate disciplinary or legal action.
