Police invites Nollywood actress, Tonto Dikeh for questioning

The Nigeria Police Force has confirmed the invitation of popular Nollywood actress, Tonto Dikeh, to its Force Headquarters for questioning.

The actress was summoned in connection with an ongoing investigation into allegations of criminal defamation, cyberbullying, and forgery.

According to a statement released by the Force Public Relations Officer, ACP Muyiwa Adejobi, the invitation was issued at the directive of the Inspector-General of Police Monitoring Unit. The unit is currently handling the case, which has attracted significant public attention due to the actress’s high profile status.

The invitation letter, dated August 5, 2024, and signed by the Head of the IGP Monitoring Unit, DCP A.A. Elleman, indicated that Dikeh’s name appeared prominently in the investigation.

The actress was requested to appear at the Force Headquarters on August 7, 2024, to provide clarification on the allegations leveled against her.

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It said, “This office is investigating a case of criminal defamation, forgery, falsehood, cyberbullying, and criminal conversion reported to the Inspector-General of Police, in which your name and others feature prominently.

“Given the above, you are kindly requested to attend an interview with the undersigned through SP Aminu Abdullahi Sokoto on 7th August 2024 at 10:00hrs to shed more light on the allegations.

“Your usual cooperation in this regard would be highly appreciated.”

ACP Adejobi said Dikeh was invited as a result of a petition against her, The ACP also confirmed that she was later released while the investigation continues.

“She was only invited to respond to a petition filed against her, and she has since left the unit, while the investigation continues.”

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