The spokesperson for the Nigeria Police Force, Olumuyiwa Adejobi, has confirmed the identification of the man seen firing celebratory shots at the Ladipo market reopening in Lagos State.
The incident, which went viral on Tuesday, showed the individual discharging rounds into the air while a crowd cheered him on.
Adejobi had initially announced a probe into the matter and assured the public that the man’s identity would be revealed.
In an update provided on Wednesday via his X (formerly Twitter) account, Adejobi disclosed that the man had been positively identified.
He further stated that the Lagos State police command would address the issue, adding, “The man has been identified. The Lagos state police command will speak on it asap. Let’s wait for their reaction on the matter. I really commend the efforts of the CP on it. Excellent indeed. Thanks.”
