The Police Command in Ekiti State has dismissed a police officer, Sergeant Osayingbemi Temitope, for allegedly using illicit drugs.
The command in a statement by its spokesperson, SP Sunday Abutu, on Wednesday, said the officer was found behaving erratically in a viral video recorded in Ikole-Ekiti on May 9, 2026.
Abutu explained that the officer was immediately subjected to medical and psychological evaluations following the incident.
He disclosed that the psychological assessment showed that the officer was emotionally stable, while the medical test confirmed that he tested positive for tobacco and amphetamine.
The command spokesperson stated that during investigations, the officer admitted to taking illicit drugs.
He stated that internal disciplinary procedures had been concluded and the officer was found culpable of misconduct.
“The officer was recommended for dismissal and the recommendation was upheld.
“The Command hereby confirms his dismissal, which takes immediate effect,” Abutu said.
He reiterated that the Nigeria Police Force remains a disciplined organisation and would not tolerate acts of indiscipline, unprofessional conduct or any behaviour capable of tarnishing the image of the Force.
Abutu charged officers of the command to uphold professionalism, accountability, integrity and remain committed to their statutory responsibility of protecting lives and property.
