Nollywood actress Laide Bakare has taken to social media to condemn the Nigeria police for their alleged brutality and extortion. In a viral Instagram post on Sunday, Bakare recounted a harrowing experience she had along the Ikorodu Expressway on Saturday.
The actress claimed that the police targeted her and other vulnerable individuals, exploiting them for their valuables. She alleged that the officers drove her car away with her minor in it, leaving her daughter terrified. Bakare also accused the police of demanding her ATM card to withdraw N70,000.
She expressed her outrage and concern over the incident, stating that it highlights the need for attention to the ongoing issues in the country. Bakare’s experience has sparked outrage and solidarity from her fans and followers, who are calling for an end to police brutality and extortion.