Police Spokesperson Declares Intent to Take Action Against Openly LGBTQ Individuals in Nigeria
The spokesperson for the Nigeria Police Force, Olumuyiwa Adejobi, has announced that the police will be taking action against members of the LGBTQ community who openly revealed their sexuality in a widely circulated TikTok video.
The video, part of a popular online challenge, saw LGBTQ participants discussing their sexual orientation and addressing misconceptions.
Mixed Reactions to Viral TikTok Video: Questions Arise About the Legality of LGBTQ Status in Nigeria
The video, which featured LGBTQ individuals participating in an online challenge, prompted mixed reactions from the public.
Some Nigerians questioned the effectiveness of the anti-gay law signed by former President Goodluck Jonathan in January 2007, wondering if LGBTQ status is now considered legal in Nigeria.
User Draws Police Attention: Inquiry into the Legality of LGBTQ Status
In response to the viral video, a user identified as King Yusuf brought the matter to the attention of the police spokesman, Olumuyiwa Adejobi.
The user questioned whether LGBTQ status is now legal in Nigeria, seeking clarification from the Nigeria Police Force.
Police Spokesman Affirms Criminal Status: LGBTQ Actions Considered Unnatural Offences
Adejobi, the police spokesperson, unequivocally stated that members of the LGBTQ community are considered criminals and are punishable under the law.
He emphasized that the police are actively addressing the situation, intending to take necessary actions in accordance with the provisions of Nigerian law.
Adejobi condemned LGBTQ actions as “unnatural offences” and asserted that they are wholly condemned.
Enforcement of Anti-Gay Laws: Police Pledge to Take Necessary Actions
Highlighting that LGBTQ actions are criminalized under the law, Adejobi confirmed that the police are diligently investigating the matter.
The declaration underscores the Nigerian authorities’ commitment to enforcing anti-gay legislation and treating LGBTQ-related activities as punishable offenses.
As the controversy surrounding the viral TikTok video unfolds, the LGBTQ community in Nigeria faces heightened scrutiny, prompting discussions about the intersection of personal freedoms, societal norms, and legal frameworks.
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