The Nigeria Police Force has commenced an investigation into the presence of police officers accompanying popular businessman and social media personality, Linus Williams, widely known as Blord, after a video showing him with the personnel circulated online.
The Force Public Relations Officer, CSP Benjamin Hundeyin, confirmed the development, describing the officers’ involvement as unlawful and illegal.
Hundeyin announced the investigation in a post on X, where he wrote, “Unlawful and illegal. Investigation has commenced into this incident please,” alongside the hashtag #NoToImpunity.
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The police statement followed the circulation of a video showing Blord with officers providing security for him.
The development generated widespread reactions, with several social media users questioning the circumstances surrounding the escort arrangement and demanding clarification from the police.
However, Hundeyin did not identify the officers involved or explain the specific regulations they allegedly breached. He also did not clarify whether the investigation was strictly about providing the escort or another aspect of the incident.
Some Nigerians criticised the police for announcing an investigation into Blord’s security arrangement while other wealthy individuals, entertainers and influential political figures reportedly move around with police escorts.
An X user, @mrobichukwu, questioned the purpose of the investigation, asking what exactly the police intended to investigate.
Another commenter, identified as Eddy, challenged the police position, asking what was unlawful about Blord having police officers accompany him.
He also mentioned Seyi Tinubu, Davido and Burna Boy, questioning why similar security arrangements involving other prominent Nigerians had not attracted the same level of attention.
Eddy further raised concerns about police personnel attached to senators, ministers and members of the House of Representatives, despite government directives restricting the deployment of officers for unauthorised VIP protection.
Another user, Okanandu Benedict, faulted the police announcement, arguing that the force should concentrate on addressing insecurity and other pressing security challenges.
Similarly, an X user identified as Birthprince alleged that Blord had been seen with security personnel for a considerable period without attracting an investigation.
The user suggested that the police response might have been influenced by perceptions surrounding the businessman’s political leanings and alleged support for Peter Obi.
The controversy has renewed discussions about the deployment of police officers to protect wealthy Nigerians, celebrities and politically influential individuals.
It has also brought fresh attention to concerns over whether VIP security arrangements are being properly regulated, particularly at a time when communities across the country continue to demand better police presence to tackle insecurity.
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