The Nigeria Police Force has dismissed certificate forgery report against the Governor of Ondo State, Lucky Aiyedatiwa.
In a statement by the Force Public Relations Officer, Olumuyiwa Adejobi, the police said the document being circulated did not originate from the Nigeria Police Force.
The statement added that 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”, the statement read in part.