The Nigeria Police Force (NPF) has disowned a document purportedly containing conclusions of an investigation into allegations of certificate forgery among others against Ondo State Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa.
The governor is hoping to clinch the governorship ticket of the All Progressives Congress (APC) at the primary election slated for April 20 ahead of the poll on November 16, 2024.
Force spokesman Olumuyiwa Adejobi, in a statement on Friday, said the document alleges fraudulent misrepresentation, certificate forgery, examination malpractice, and perjury against the governor.
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Adejobi said the alleged signatory of the document, a deputy police commissioner, 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 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,” he added.
