LAGOS, Nigeria — A woman identified as Olufunmilayo Brioluwa was arraigned on Tuesday, May 16, 2023, for allegedly assaulting a police officer in the Ogombo area of Lagos State.
The Lagos State Police Command confirmed the development in a tweet posted by police spokesman, SP Benjamin Hundeyin, who also shared a photograph of Brioluwa gripping the uniform of the officer in question.
Somewhere in Ogombo yesterday, she assaulted a police officer. She was arraigned today and has been remanded to the Kirikiri correctional facility till June 6 when the case come up again in court. pic.twitter.com/rfOty0QoDo
— SP Benjamin Hundeyin (@BenHundeyin) May 16, 2023
“Somewhere in Ogombo yesterday, she (Brioluwa) assaulted a police officer,” the tweet read. Following the arraignment, Brioluwa was remanded to the Kirikiri Correctional Facility, awaiting the next court date scheduled for June 6.
The incident has sparked discussions on social media, with many expressing concern over the safety of law enforcement officers on duty.
“We must ensure that our officers are protected while they serve the community,” commented one Twitter user.
Further details of the altercation have not been released, but the case is expected to gain more attention as the court date approaches. With tensions high, the public eagerly awaits the outcome of this unusual case.
