IG mandates Seun Kuti’s arrest over attacking police officer.

The Inspector-General of Police, Usman Baba, has ordered the arrest of Afrobeat musician, Seun Kuti, over an alleged assault of a police officer in Lagos.

The IG has also mandated a prompt and thorough investigation into the immediate and underlying cause(s) of the alleged assault as well as the prosecution of the suspect in accordance with the findings.

In a social media post seen on Saturday night, the musician claimed that the police officer in issue had tried to kill him and his family.

Speaking on the incident the Force Public Relations Officer, Olumuyiwa Adéjọbí said, “The Inspector-General of Police, Usman Baba, has ordered the Commissioner of Police, Lagos State Command to arrest Afrobeat singer, Seun Kuti, who was captured on video assaulting a police officer in uniform.

“The IG has equally ordered a speedy and full investigation into the remote and immediate cause(s) of the assault and prosecution of the suspect accordingly.

“IG Baba assures Nigerians that acts of contempt/disdain for symbols of authority will not be tolerated while offenders of such hideous crimes will be surely brought to book.”

Meanwhile, Seun Kuti highlighted that the police officer in question had expressed regret for allegedly trying to kill him and his family in a Saturday night Instagram post.

Kuti said, “He tried to kill me and my family. I have the proof but I no dey chase clout.

“He has apologised and I have agreed not to press charges. Make una mind una business make the poor guy no lose his job.”

However, following the IG’s order for his arrest, Mr Kuti in another Instagram post, said, “I welcome the investigation and will give my full cooperation! I also pray to the IG that whoever is wrong should be indicted.”