Social media influencer and content creator Papaya Ex has ignited a firestorm of controversy after accusing a police officer of physical assault and sexual harassment during a late-night stop in Lagos. In an emotional TikTok live session on Friday, February 20, 2026, the influencer shared her account of a violent encounter in the Ajah axis.
The Alleged Incident in Ajah
According to Papaya Ex, the incident occurred while she was returning home from a late-night film shoot. What she initially expected to be a routine checkpoint stop allegedly turned into a violent confrontation.
Specific Allegations of Assault:
- Physical Violence: The influencer claimed the officer struck her across the face with his firearm. She also alleged that the officer assaulted her driver.
- Inappropriate Touching: During the heated exchange, she accused the officer of forcefully touching her breasts and buttocks.
- Seizure of Property: She further claimed the officer slapped her and forcefully seized her mobile phone during the altercation.
“Evidence” on Livestream
During the TikTok live session, Papaya Ex appeared visibly shaken and showed her followers what looked like injuries on her face, including a visible mark. While she explained that poor network connectivity prevented the actual moment of the assault from being captured live, she maintained that the injuries were proof of the encounter.
Clips of the tense verbal exchange have since surfaced online, capturing a heated argument between the content creator and the police. In the audio, an officer’s voice is audible as both sides argue, though the full context of the stop remains independently unconfirmed.
Pattern of Harassment
The influencer maintained that the incident is not an isolated case, describing police harassment as a frequent occurrence for residents in the Ajah area of Lagos. “It is a pattern we face here,” she told her viewers, describing the atmosphere of frequent intimidation faced by residents.
Public Reaction and Official Silence
The allegations have triggered widespread outrage on social media platforms, with the hashtag #JusticeForPapaya beginning to gain traction.
- Advocates: Many users have tagged the Lagos State Police Command and the Police Complaint Unit, demanding an immediate investigation and the identification of the officer involved.
- Independent Verification: Analysts note that while the verbal exchange was captured, the specific acts of physical and sexual assault remain allegations pending a formal inquiry.
Current Status
As of Saturday morning, the Lagos State Police Command has yet to release an official statement addressing the allegations. Papaya Ex’s claims have added to the ongoing national conversation regarding police-citizen relations and the safety of women during night-time transit in Nigeria’s commercial capital.
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Source: Africa Publicity
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