Police to prosecute Cute Abiola over disrespectful use of its uniform

There appears to be fresh troubles for popular skit maker, AbdulGafar Abiola, otherwise known as Cute Abiola over what the Nigerian Police described as the violation and disrespectful portrayal of its uniform in two of his skits.

Persecondnews recalls that the comedian, who was a former naval officer was sanctioned last year and disengaged from the force for improper conduct.

The Police High Command, through its spokesperson, ACP Olumuyiwa Adejobi on Thursday evening said in a statement that Cute Abiola will be investigated and possibly prosecuted for his deliberate acts , pointing out that the NPF had warned skitmakers and movie makers to desist from desecrating its uniform or accoutrements.

Adejobi said NPF frowned on contemptuous acts displayed by the comedian in his recent skits, adding that the law prohibits “an individual, under whatever guise, from rubbishing the police institution or grossly violating its provisions with regards to the use of uniforms.”

“We, therefore, vehemently condemn the contemptuous act displayed by comedian Abdulgafar Abiola, popularly known as “Cute Abiola,” in two recent skits posted on his social media handles on 20th and 24th July, 2023.

“The skits in question show a highly disrespectful and derogatory portrayal of the police uniform, an action that is in direct violation of Section 251 of the Criminal Code and Section 133 of the Penal Code Law.

“Such acts are not only offensive but also undermine the integrity and dignity of the men and women who wear the uniform in service to the nation.

“Abdulgafar Abiola will be investigated and possibly prosecuted for his deliberate acts as the NPF had already warned skit makers and filmmakers to desist from desecrating its uniform or accoutrements.

“The Force is committed to upholding the sanctity of the uniform and will pursue due legal process to ensure accountability for any individual or entity that seeks to bring disrepute to the uniform or the institution it represents,” Adejobi said.

“We call on all members of the public, including media personalities, to exercise their freedom of expression responsibly and avoid engaging in actions that could erode public trust in our revered law enforcement institutions.”

Efforts by Per Second News to reach out to Abiola, who is also a Special Assistant to Kwara State governor on Creative Industry, AbdulRahman AbdulRasaq, for his reaction to the statement issued by the Police were unsuccessful.