An Ajah-based cobbler, Oluwaseun Jacobs, has been arraigned and remanded in prison for allegedly assaulting a police officer in Lagos State.

In a press statement on Tuesday, the Nigeria Police Force public relations office, Mayowa Adejobi, said the suspect committed the offence at Chevron Roundabout, Lekki, on June 22, 2024.

Describing the assault on the officer as “reprehensible and grievous”, Mr Adejobi said the Inspector-General of Police Kayode Egbetokun expressed dismay over this incident.

The force spokesperson said, “The assailant, 47-year-old Oluwaseun Jacobs, a cobbler based in Ajah, has been apprehended, already been arraigned in court on a three-count charge, including assault occasioning bodily harm, and conduct likely to cause breach of peace.”

He added, “The case has been adjourned to July 8, 2024, for hearing, while the suspect is currently remanded at the Ikoyi Correctional Centre pending further legal proceedings.”

Mr Adejobi said the IGP assured all officers of full support in situations where their rights are violated.

He said Mr Egbetokun “emphasised that the safety of officers is paramount and runs pari passu with the fundamental rights of citizens, reiterating that the NPF will not tolerate any form of assault on its officers, and will ensure that those responsible face the full wrath of the law.”

Mr Adejobi urged citizens to respect the police’s role in maintaining law and order, as well as cooperate, and support the process of creating a safer and more secure society for all.

Noting that further updates on the case will be provided as the legal proceedings continue, the police assured the public of the Force’s steadfastness in its mission to protect lives and property.”