The Nigeria Police Force, Zone 2 Command Headquarters, has responded to public concerns following the circulation of a viral video showing the arrest of Mercy Attababa.

The incident, which attracted widespread attention online, is currently under review by police authorities.

According to a statement issued by the Zonal Police Public Relations Officer, CSP Ayuba Umma, the arrest followed a petition submitted by Emeka Okoye.

In the petition, Okoye accused Attababa and others of assault and issuing threats to his life.

He further alleged that a group of armed individuals, suspected to be cult members, stormed his residence on 13th and 14th July, 2025, threatening him and his family and forcing them to flee their home for safety.

Attababa was taken into custody and later released to the Welfare Director of the Lagos State University Students’ Union Government after giving her statement to the police.

The Assistant Inspector General of Police in charge of Zone 2, AIG Adegoke Fayoade, directed that the case be transferred to the Lagos State Commissioner of Police for a thorough investigation.

He also confirmed that the officers involved in the controversial arrest have been identified and will face appropriate disciplinary measures based on the outcome of the inquiry.

The AIG assured the public that justice will be transparently served, and appropriate steps will be taken to address any professional misconduct.

He urged the public to remain calm and allow due process to take its course.