The Lagos State Police Command has identified Inspector Osumah Frank as the officer seen in a viral video making political remarks about Peter Obi and has commenced disciplinary action against him.
The Command’s spokesperson, SP Abimbola Adebisi, disclosed the officer’s identity in a statement issued on Friday, September 25, 2026. The Command said the disciplinary process was being handled in line with established Nigeria Police Force regulations.
What Happened In The Viral Video?
The video circulating online showed the police inspector speaking while travelling in a public transport vehicle.
In the video, Frank commented on Peter Obi’s reported 2027 presidential ambition and made remarks about whether an Igbo person could become president of Nigeria.
He also made comments about Obi’s political prospects and mentioned President Bola Tinubu and Atiku Abubakar while discussing the 2027 presidential contest.
The Lagos State Police Command did not repeat or endorse the detailed political remarks in its official statement.
Police Identify Officer As Osumah Frank
Following the circulation of the video, the Lagos State Police Command identified the officer as Inspector Osumah Frank.
The identification was announced by Police Public Relations Officer SP Abimbola Adebisi on Friday.
The Command also said that appropriate disciplinary action had commenced against Frank in accordance with established regulations of the Nigeria Police Force.
Police Distance Command From His Remarks
The Lagos Police Command stressed that the comments made by the officer were made in his personal capacity.
According to the Command, the remarks did not represent the position, views or official disposition of either the Lagos State Police Command or the Nigeria Police Force.
This distinction means the officer’s comments should not be treated as an official police position on Peter Obi, the 2027 election or any political party or candidate.
Disciplinary Action Begins
The Command said it had commenced appropriate disciplinary proceedings against Frank under established police regulations.
However, the statements reviewed do not specify the particular disciplinary sanction imposed on the officer.
The available reports therefore establish that disciplinary action has begun, rather than that a specific punishment such as dismissal or suspension has already been announced.
Police Reiterate Professional Standards
The Commissioner of Police in Lagos, CP Tijani Fatai, reiterated that police personnel are expected to maintain professionalism, civility and discipline while respecting members of the public.
The Command also stressed that wearing the police uniform carries a responsibility to uphold the dignity and integrity of the Force.
It said it would not condone conduct capable of bringing the police into disrepute or undermining public confidence in the institution.
What Happens Next?
The immediate confirmed development is that the disciplinary process against Inspector Osumah Frank has commenced.
The Lagos State Police Command has not, in the statements reviewed, announced the final outcome of the proceedings.
Further action or a specific sanction would therefore need to be confirmed by the police before being reported as an established outcome.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is the police officer in the viral Peter Obi video?
The Lagos State Police Command identified him as Inspector Osumah Frank.
What did the officer say about Peter Obi?
The officer made political remarks concerning Peter Obi’s 2027 presidential ambition and also commented on the possibility of an Igbo person becoming president.
Has the police officer been disciplined?
The Lagos State Police Command said it had commenced disciplinary action against him in accordance with Nigeria Police Force regulations. The specific outcome has not been announced in the reports reviewed.
Do the officer’s comments represent the Nigeria Police Force?
No. The Lagos State Police Command explicitly said the remarks were made in the officer’s personal capacity and did not represent the position, views or official disposition of the Lagos State Police Command or the Nigeria Police Force.
Final Takeaway
The Lagos State Police Command has identified Inspector Osumah Frank as the officer featured in the viral video and said disciplinary action has commenced.
The Command has also made clear that the political and ethnic remarks attributed to Frank were made in his personal capacity and do not represent the official position of the police. The final outcome of the disciplinary process has not yet been announced.
