Lagos Police Break Silence on Papaya Ex Incident: “She Was Uncooperative During Stop and Search”

A tense standoff between popular influencer Papaya Ex and the Lagos State Police Command has ignited a heated social media debate. The controversy began when the content creator took to her platforms to allege she was physically assaulted by a police officer during a recent encounter in Lagos. Her claims quickly went viral, drawing significant public outcry and calls for accountability within the force.

However, the Lagos State Police Command has officially countered her version of events. In a statement released today, the command alleged that the influencer “bluntly refused a search” and remained uncooperative throughout the interaction. According to the police, the situation escalated due to her refusal to comply with standard security protocols. While the influencer maintains she was targeted and manhandled, the authorities insist the officers acted within their rights to conduct a lawful search, leaving the public divided over who is at fault.