Two police officers from Nasarawa State have been detained at the Force Headquarters in Abuja over allegations of extorting ₦150,000 from travellers.
The officers are also accused of planting drugs on one of the travellers during the incident.
According to reports, the officers allegedly stopped the travellers and demanded the sum before the matter was escalated to higher authorities.
The Nigeria Police Force confirmed that the officers have been taken into custody pending further investigation.
Police authorities stated that the case is being treated seriously in line with the Force’s zero-tolerance policy on misconduct and abuse of power.
Further details on the identities of the officers and the full circumstances surrounding the incident are expected as the investigation progresses.
AbdulBasit Saba is a journalist and contributor to Freelanews.com, covering news, business, and public affairs.
