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How Lagos Police Brutalized, Extorted Me – Actress Laide Bakare Alleges
Renowned Nollywood actress, Laide Bakare has publicly accused the Nigerian Police of brutality following an incident on the Ikorodu Expressway.
In a viral Instagram post on Sunday, Bakare recounted her harrowing experience, which she claimed occurred on Saturday.
Bakare, a prominent figure in the Yoruba film industry, alleged that police officers forcefully drove her car away with her minor daughter inside. “For the first time, I experienced the brutal way Nigerians are being treated along that axis,” she wrote. “I cannot imagine how someone with a brain and sanity will drive someone’s car away with a minor in it.”
She further accused the police of targeting affluent individuals and vulnerable people to exploit and rob, alleging that they demanded her ATM card to withdraw N70,000. “A lot is happening in this country that needs to be attended to. My daughter was left terrified because of the incident,” Bakare added.
In response, the Lagos State police command, through its spokesperson SP Benjamin Hundeyin, refuted Bakare’s claims. In a post on X, Hundeyin stated that Bakare was stopped for violating traffic laws by driving in the Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) lane. According to him, Bakare created a scene and refused to remain in her vehicle while it was being taken to the Lagos Metropolitan Area Transport Authority (LAMATA) office.
“You were stopped for contravening traffic laws by driving on the BRT lane. You chose to create a scene. You chose to remain out of your vehicle when it was being taken to the LAMATA office,” Hundeyin wrote. He clarified that the N70,000 paid by Bakare was a fine for her offence, paid into government coffers, and asserted that no physical harm was inflicted upon her. “You left with the receipt and your vehicle,” he concluded.
The actress’s allegations and the police’s rebuttal have sparked widespread discussion on social media, with many calling for a thorough investigation into the incident.
Controversial Nigerian singer Darlington Okoye, popularly known as Speed Darlington or Akpi, has been released from Kuje Prison following a court directive.
Activist lawyer Deji Adeyanju disclosed this development on Tuesday, stating on X (formerly Twitter), “Speed Darlington is out of Kuje Prison.”
The singer’s release came after an Abuja court granted him bail. This decision followed intense public pressure on the Nigeria Police Force, which led to his arraignment.
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Prior to his release, Speed Darlington had petitioned Deputy Inspector-General of Police, Force Intelligence Bureau, DIG Dasuki Galadanchi, over his prolonged detention. He called on the DIG to comply with a court order directing his release or formal arraignment.
Justice M.S. Liman had earlier issued an order on December 23, 2024, mandating the police to charge the singer within 48 hours or release him unconditionally.
Speed Darlington’s arrest stemmed from allegations he made against Grammy Award-winning singer Burna Boy. The singer accused Burna Boy of being involved in an immoral relationship with embattled U.S. rapper and music executive Sean Combs, also known as P. Diddy.
The situation has sparked widespread discussions, with many Nigerians expressing relief at Speed Darlington’s freedom while others continue to debate the circumstances surrounding his arrest.
Veteran Nollywood actor, Dele Odule, has opened up about the most heartbreaking moment of his life, revealing it was when he lost his first child.
The 63-year-old Yoruba movie icon shared the emotional experience during an interview with his colleague, Kunle Afod, recounting how the loss deeply affected him, especially given the challenges surrounding the child’s birth.
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Odule described the tragic news as “very hard” to bear, adding that he has since come to accept it as the will of God. Despite the acceptance, the actor expressed his fervent hope never to endure such a devastating tragedy again.
He said, “The saddest moment of my life was when I was called that my first child died. It was very hard on me. It was hard because of the situation faced during the child’s birth, but no one can question God’s authority. It was so bad that I don’t pray for it anymore.”
Known for his roles in classic Yoruba films, Odule continues to share both his professional and personal experiences, endearing himself to fans and colleagues alike.
In early January 2025, Grammy-winning Nigerian artist Burna Boy fulfilled a promise by gifting $30,000 to Bethel Okechukwu, a phone repairer from Alaba Market who had claimed to be related to socialite Cubana Chief Priest.
This act of generosity occurred amid an ongoing feud between Burna Boy and the Cubana Chief Priest.
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Following the donation, Cubana Chief Priest clarified that Bethel Okechukwu is not his brother, stating, “I have only one biological big brother & two kid sisters. They ain’t doing so bad.” He emphasized that he is not obligated to support his siblings financially and urged the public to verify such claims.
As of now, there are no credible reports indicating that Burna Boy instructed Bethel Okechukwu to take any specific actions towards Cubana Chief Priest after receiving the $30,000. The narrative appears to be centered around Burna Boy’s charitable gesture and Cubana Chief Priest’s subsequent clarification regarding his familial relationships.
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