Police Speak on Gov Aiyedatiwa’s Certificate Forgery Allegation

Segun Atanda/

Police authorities have disowned an investigative report that purportedly established an allegation of certificate forgery against Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa of Ondo State.

In a statement today, Force Public Relations Officer, ACP Olumuyiwa Adejobi, said the document did not emanate from the police.

He said the deputy commissioner of police alleged to have authorized the document did not have the authority to do so.

He added that the police had already commenced an investigation to establish the document’s origin.

The statement reads, “The Nigeria Police Force wishes to address the recent circulation of a document purportedly containing conclusions of an investigation into allegations against the Ondo State Governor, Lucky Aiyedatiwa. The document alleges fraudulent misrepresentation, certificate forgery, examination malpractice, and perjury against the governor.

“We wish to clarify that the said document did not originate from the Nigeria Police Force. The alleged signatory, a Deputy Commissioner of Police, does not have the authority to release such a report on behalf of the Force Criminal Investigation Department (FCID) or any other such Departments within the Nigeria Police Force.

“The Nigeria Police Force is currently investigating the origin of the said document and the circumstances surrounding its circulation. We urge the public to exercise caution and refrain from spreading unverified information that could potentially tarnish the reputation of individuals or public officials.

“Furthermore, we assure the public that any official communication or report regarding investigations conducted by the Nigeria Police Force will be released through appropriate channels.”