Police arrest drunk Abuja inspector in viral video

IGP Mohammed Adamu

Police in the FCT have identified, arrested and taken into custody the police inspector who recently went viral while drunk at CBN Junction.

FCT Commissioner of Police Bala Ciroma has ordered that the officer be subjected to psychological and medical evaluation, preparatory to the commencement of disciplinary actions against him, a statement on Sunday by FCT Police Command spokesperson Yusuf Mariam read.

The statement added: “In view of the above, the Commissioner of Police wishes to unequivocally state that the behaviour portrayed by the Policeman in the video does not depict the standard discipline of the Nigeria Police Force.

“While urging residents to remain calm, the Command wishes to reiterate its unflinching commitment to the protection of lives and property in the Federal Capital Territory.”

The police did not reveal the name of the officer involved.