Reported by: Oahimire Omone Precious | Edited by: Gabriel Osa
The Airport Police Command of the Nigeria Police Force has confirmed that officers captured in a widely circulated social media video involving an Instagram content creator, popularly known as @teaserprank2, have been identified, detained and subjected to internal disciplinary procedures following allegations of unprofessional conduct during a routine stop-and-search operation.
In a statement issued on Thursday, January 22, 2026, the Command acknowledged the video, which has drawn intense public scrutiny and reignited national conversations around police conduct, accountability and citizens’ rights. According to the police, the incident occurred during a routine security operation carried out by personnel of the Airport Police Command, but the conduct displayed in the footage fell short of the standards expected of officers of the Nigeria Police Force.
The Command disclosed that the officers involved have been taken into custody and are currently undergoing disciplinary processes in accordance with existing rules, regulations and professional standards governing police conduct. It stressed that the Nigeria Police Force does not tolerate harassment, intimidation or any form of unprofessional behaviour by its personnel under any circumstances.
In a rare and direct expression of empathy, the Airport Police Command publicly sympathised with the content creator over the experience encountered during the incident. The statement emphasised that all police officers are expected to carry out their lawful duties with civility, restraint and respect for the dignity and fundamental rights of all citizens, regardless of status, profession or personal differences.
“The Nigeria Police Force does not condone any form of harassment, intimidation, or unprofessional conduct by its personnel under any circumstance,” the statement said, underscoring a commitment to restoring public trust amid growing concern over police-citizen interactions.
The Command further extended an invitation to @teaserprank2 to formally engage with police authorities to facilitate a full resolution of the matter. According to the statement, such engagement would allow investigators to gather all relevant facts and ensure that appropriate actions are taken in a transparent and fair manner. Contact details of the Command’s Public Relations Officer were provided to enable direct communication.
The incident, which has attracted widespread commentary across social media platforms, highlights the growing influence of digital content creators in shaping public discourse and holding institutions accountable. Videos captured on mobile phones and shared online have increasingly become powerful tools for exposing alleged misconduct, often prompting swift institutional responses that might not have occurred in the past.
Public reaction to the viral footage has been mixed but largely critical, with many Nigerians expressing frustration over recurring reports of police misconduct, especially during routine stop-and-search operations. Civil society groups and human rights advocates have long argued that such encounters often degenerate into harassment, extortion or intimidation, eroding public confidence in law enforcement agencies.
In recent years, the Nigeria Police Force has repeatedly pledged reforms aimed at improving professionalism, accountability and respect for human rights. These commitments gained renewed urgency following nationwide protests against police brutality, which forced a broader reckoning with the conduct of security agencies and the need for institutional change.
The Airport Police Command, in its latest response, reiterated its resolve to uphold discipline within its ranks and to take decisive action against any behaviour that undermines public confidence. Officials stressed that disciplinary measures are not mere formalities but essential mechanisms for reinforcing standards and deterring future misconduct.
Beyond addressing the specific incident, the Command appealed to members of the public to remain calm and to continue cooperating with law enforcement agencies during routine security operations. It noted that such operations are conducted in the collective interest of public safety, particularly in sensitive locations such as airports, where heightened security vigilance is critical.
However, analysts say that public cooperation is closely tied to trust, and trust can only be sustained when security personnel consistently demonstrate professionalism and respect for the rule of law. Incidents like the one involving @teaserprank2, they argue, risk undermining that trust unless followed by visible and credible accountability.
The statement was signed by ASP Mohammed Adeola, Police Public Relations Officer of the Airport Police Command, who affirmed that the Command remains committed to transparency and open communication with the public. Observers note that the willingness of the police to acknowledge fault, apologise to an affected citizen and initiate disciplinary action reflects a shift toward greater responsiveness, even as challenges persist.
As the internal investigation continues, many Nigerians will be watching closely to see whether the outcome aligns with the assurances given by the police. For critics, the real test lies not in statements of intent but in consistent enforcement of standards and meaningful consequences for misconduct.
The episode serves as a reminder of the delicate balance between security enforcement and civil liberties, especially in an era where every encounter can be instantly recorded and broadcast to a global audience. For the Nigeria Police Force, it is yet another moment to demonstrate that accountability is not optional, but fundamental to rebuilding confidence and strengthening democratic policing.
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