NDC demands suspension of Lagos CP over alleged appearance at partisan event

The Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) has called for the immediate suspension of the Commissioner of Police in Lagos State, CP Tijani, over his alleged appearance at what it described as a partisan political event ahead of the 2027 general elections.

The opposition party made the demand in a statement shared on its official social media page on Tuesday, accusing the police commissioner of compromising the neutrality expected of the Nigeria Police Force.

The reaction followed the circulation of a video showing the Lagos State Commissioner of Police at an event reportedly organised by the City Boy Movement, Lagos State Chapter, a group widely associated with supporters of President Bola Tinubu.

According to the NDC, the commissioner’s presence at the gathering raises concerns about his ability to discharge his responsibilities impartially during the 2027 general elections.

“We condemn in the strongest terms the appearance of the Lagos State Commissioner of Police, CP Tijani, at a partisan event promoting a particular candidate in the upcoming general election,” the party said.

The party urged the Police High Command to take disciplinary action against the commissioner.

“We therefore demand that the Nigeria Police authorities immediately suspend and sanction the Commissioner of Police, CP Tijani,” the statement added.

The NDC also called on the Nigeria Police Force to publicly reaffirm its commitment to neutrality during the elections and ensure equal protection for supporters of all political parties.

It further urged the police to guarantee the safety of voters irrespective of their religion, ethnicity or political affiliation.

“Finally, we demand that the Lagos State Commissioner of Police tender his resignation immediately for denigrating the institution of the Police,” the statement said.