Lagos Police breaks silence on Papaya Ex’ assault allegation
Gossip • Feb 21
**Police Reacts to Papaya Ex Assault Allegations**
Social media was set ablaze recently as popular Nigerian content creator and influencer, Papaya Ex, shared a distressing experience on TikTok. The drama went down on a Friday night when she claimed to have been assaulted by Lagos State Police officers. Many fans were left worried and wondering what really transpired that fateful night.
According to Papaya Ex, the incident occurred while she was returning from a photoshoot with her team. She alleged that the police officers not only physically assaulted her but also attacked her driver. However, the actual assault was not captured on camera, and instead, she was seen with visible injuries, including a wound on her face.
But what really happened that night? The Lagos State Police Command has since responded to Papaya Ex's allegations, and their account paints a different picture. According to Benjamin Hundeyin, the Lagos Police spokesperson, the incident began with a routine police check on a car carrying Papaya Ex and her team. When the police officers asked to search the vehicle, Papaya Ex allegedly refused, claiming that she was a known figure and that even their bosses were familiar with her.
The police officers then followed the car to the station, where Papaya Ex instructed her driver to speed off. The police had to call ahead to intercept the vehicle, which is when Papaya Ex went live on TikTok. Hundeyin explained that the police officers did not assault Papaya Ex but were simply doing their job. The Lagos Police Command has promised to take the matter further.
This incident raises important questions about police-citizen relations and the role of social media in shaping public perception. While Papaya Ex's allegations sparked outrage and concerns about police brutality, the police command's version of events suggests a more complex situation. As the investigation unfolds, it will be interesting to see how this drama plays out and what lessons can be learned from it.