BREAKING: INTERPOL Summons Nigerian Journalist Over Alleged Defamation

The International Criminal Police Organization (INTERPOL) has requested that a broadcaster based in Ibadan, Peter Olasupo, attend its office regarding allegations of criminal defamation and cyber-stalking.

Naija News understands that the accused is scheduled to visit INTERPOL’s office on January 13, 2025.

Olasupo confirmed the invitation through a statement shared on his Facebook page on Sunday, January 5.

In the publication, Olasupo indicated that he received a letter directing him to INTERPOL headquarters located at Shehu Shagari Way, Garki, Abuja, on Monday, December 30, 2024, at 11:00 am as part of the ongoing investigation.

He mentioned that after receiving the letter from his supervisor, the supervisor promptly reached out to a lawyer who responded on his behalf.

He reiterated that his appearance at INTERPOL’s office has been rescheduled for Monday, January 13, 2025.

“I recently received a letter with the headline Investigation Activities/Invitation Letter from the International Criminal Police Organization (INTERPOL), informing me of an investigation into allegations of Criminal Defamation and Cyberstalking involving me. They requested that I report to INTERPOL Headquarters at Force Headquarters, Shehu Shagari Way, Garki, Abuja, on Monday, 30th December 2024, at 11:00 AM in furtherance of the investigation.

“Upon receiving the letter through my boss, my boss immediately contacted our able lawyer Barr. Yomi Ogunlola, who responded on my behalf, resulting in a rescheduled appearance date of Monday, 13th January 2025.

“Now, I have so many questions: Who reported me to INTERPOL? Why INTERPOL? Who is defaming who? And who is cyberstalking who? My Lord, I am innocent of these allegations.

“At the moment, I don’t have full details of the matter, but I will present myself at their office and fully cooperate with INTERPOL’s investigation into the alleged case. However, I am curious— why must I report to the Abuja office? Why can’t I report to the Nigeria Police Headquarters at the Oyo State Command, Eleyele, Ibadan, or even their Lagos office, which would be easier for me to reach by train?

“INTERPOL, if you truly want to facilitate this process, shouldn’t you at least provide travel allowances? Or will you use police helicopter to carry me? Travelling by air is costly these days, and travelling by road has its risks. Yet, here I am being summoned to Abuja. Nonetheless, I will do what is required.

“To my fans, please know that this will not affect my dedication to doing the right thing or my professionalism, which you all know me for. I remain committed to speaking the truth to those in power,” Olasupo noted.

He further confirmed the development when contacted by Daily Post., saying: “Good evening Sir. Yes, it’s true oo”.