
The Olarinde Royal Family in Lagos has petitioned the Inspector-General of Police, accusing police officers of shielding suspected land grabbers and frustrating investigations into the matter. According to the family's petition, some officers have allegedly protected those involved in the land dispute rather than allowing investigations to proceed. The family is calling on the police leadership to intervene and ensure a proper investigation into the alleged land grabbing activities.
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