The Lagos State Task Force has dismissed two of its officers for allegedly stealing phones during a raid at a hotel in Gowon Estate.
Abdulraheem Gbadeyan, the agency’s spokesperson, disclosed this in a statement on Friday, identifying the dismissed officers as Fatai Yusuf, 42, and Hammed Garuba, 38.
Gbadeyan said the integrity of the operation was compromised after the duo’s misconduct was captured on closed-circuit television (CCTV).
“Both individuals, serving as paramilitary officers within the agency, were subjected to a meticulous investigation by the agency’s disciplinary committee,” he said.
“Upon confirmation of their guilt, they were summarily dismissed from service and will face immediate prosecution for theft.”
Adetayo Akerele, chairman of the task force, condemned the officers’ actions, describing them as a betrayal of the agency’s core values.
“Akerele has issued a stern admonition to all personnel, emphasising that any breach of ethical conduct would attract severe consequences,” Gbadeyan added.
The spokesperson reiterated the agency’s commitment to upholding integrity and accountability in its operations, stressing that acts compromising its credibility would be addressed decisively.
“The task force is guided by principles of discipline, equity, and justice. Any act that undermines these values will not be tolerated,” he said.
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