felicilin at 29-01-2026 01:02 PM (yesterday at 01:02 PM) (f)The Lagos State Police Command has denied allegations that its officers opened fire on residents during protests over the demolition of their homes. The Lagos State Police Command has denied allegations that its officers opened fire on residents during protests over the demolition of their homes. The Command insisted that no firearms were used during the demonstration. We used only teargas to disperse the crowd.”He explained that police were deployed early to maintain order and prevent criminal elements from hijacking the protest. The commissioner stressed that the Lagos Police Command respects the right to peaceful protest, adding, “Protest is part of democracy.