Oluwaseun Jacobs, a 47-year-old cobbler resident in Ajah, Lagos state has been remanded at the Ikoyi Correctional Centre on the order of a Court sitting in the state, for assaulting and causing grievous body harm to a police officer.

The assailant who committed the offence on Saturday at Lekki axis, was arrested by men of the Nigerian Police Force (NPF) in the state, investigated and charged to court.

A Tuesday statement by ACP Olumuyiwa Adejobi, the Force Public Relations Officer (FPRO) confirming the incident reveals the Inspector General of Police, IGP Kayode Adeolu Egbetokun has assured Officers of the protection of their rights.

Part of the statement titled “Grievious assault on Police Officer: IGP miffed, assures of protection for officers rights” reads:

“The Nigeria Police Force is deeply concerned about the recent reprehensible and grievous assault on a police officer in Lagos State on Saturday 22nd June, 2024 at Chevron Roundabout, Lekki, Lagos State.

“The Inspector-General of Police, IGP Kayode Adeolu Egbetokun, Ph.D., NPM, has expressed dismay over this incident.

“The assailant, 47-year-old Oluwaseun Jacobs, a cobbler based in Ajah, has been apprehended, already been arraigned in court on a three-count charge including assault occasioning bodily harm, and conduct likely to cause breech of peace.

“The Inspector General of Police hereby assures all officers of the NPF’s full support in situations where their rights are violated, noting that the Force would not condone such embarrassing situations.

“He emphasized that the safety of officers is paramount and runs pari passu with the fundamental rights of citizens, reiterating that the NPF will not tolerate any form of assault on its officers, and will ensure that those responsible face the full wrath of the law.”

While the case was adjourned to July 8, for hearing, the Nigeria Police Force also called on all citizens to respect the role of the Nigeria Police in maintaining law and order, cooperate and support the process in creating a safer and more secure society for all, as it reassured the public on its commitment to protect lives and property, and to uphold justice and the rule of law.