A heartwarming act of kindness by the Lagos State Police has been receiving widespread applause on X (formerly Twitter). The story, which was shared through the handle @rrslagos767, highlights how police officers went out of their way to assist a stranded lady whose car ran out of fuel in the early hours of the morning.
According to the report, at approximately 4:00 a.m., the lady’s vehicle broke down at Cement Bus Stop along the Lagos-Abeokuta highway due to a lack of fuel. Stranded and vulnerable at such an odd hour, her predicament could have worsened if not for the timely intervention of a police patrol team.
Fortunately, the police officers noticed her situation and quickly stepped in to assist. They provided her with 5 liters of fuel, enabling her to continue her journey to the nearest filling station. Their gesture not only resolved her immediate challenge but also showcased the more compassionate side of law enforcement.
The post detailing the incident read: “Around 4:00 a.m. today, our team met a lady whose vehicle ran out of fuel at Cement Bus Stop, Lagos-Abk highway. The team assisted her with 5 liters of fuel to enable her to get to the nearest filling station. The team wished her a lovely day and a blessed week and continued its patrol.”
This simple yet impactful act of kindness has drawn significant attention online, with numerous users praising the officers for their selflessness and timely support. The comment section was flooded with positive reactions and commendations for the patrol team.
See some reactions below:
@AyodeleToyota: “This is laudable. God bless your team. More of this from you guys. Awesome!.”
@AdekunleOderind: “This is how to show police is your friend. People should not have reasons to be afraid of police than thief.”
@dammygtnet: “This is commendable! This should trend too. No be only when police do bad we go dey talk.”
@IamStillJoshnii: “Good gesture is worth commending & this is one. However, pls lets have a law in place to checkmate every road users driving on the highway without enough fuel & let a fine be attached to the offence. Kudos for this.”
@Ashipatwit: “We commend your team for this rare assistance because in local parlance, the popular perception is that police is always interested in receiving from you whether as your guest or host.”
@oseni_oyetunji: “This is commendable. It is an act if built on by the Nigerian Police Officers, Nigeria citizen’s confidence will be built and trust in the Police hands. I appreciate these officers. Well done officers.”
@betacuntri: “The team helps those with car and showcases it but somehow, arrest those with leg or waiting for cab off camera. Seems like hypocrisy to me.”
This rare act of goodwill has resonated with many Nigerians, sparking conversations about improving public trust in law enforcement through consistent acts of kindness and community service. While some critics voiced skepticism about the broader implications of such incidents, the majority of users lauded the officers’ actions, calling for more of such gestures from the police.
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