“What kind of nonsense Is this?” – Bambam shares unpleasant encounter with Police

Big Brother Naija star and actress, Bambam, has spoken out against the behavior of some Nigerian police officers after experiencing an unsettling encounter.

The reality TV star took to her Twitter page to narrate how she was stopped by a police officer who then demanded money in an inappropriate manner.

According to Bambam, she was returning home after wrapping up a movie shoot when the officer stopped her vehicle for no clear reason.

She expressed frustration over the situation, questioning why such incidents continue to happen.

In her words, “Just wrapped up from a movie set, heading home, and Nigerian police stopped us for no reason, forced us to step down only to start begging for money. What kind of nonsense is this? If we refused, what would they have done?”

Bambam further explained that the officer was forceful and made her uncomfortable. She recalled how he insisted that she come down from the car before making his demands.

While narrating her experience, she wrote, “He was a bit inappropriate and forceful. I came down, greeted him, he asked if I was okay, I said I’m fine just tired. He said ‘show me love now.’

He could have asked from the car window, but my assistant and I were down, we couldn’t drive off, so I was forced to give something.”

Expressing her concerns, Bambam pointed out the difference between officers genuinely doing their job and those who feel entitled to money from citizens.

She emphasized that people should not feel uncomfortable when encountering the police, as they are meant to protect and serve, not harass.

In her words, “We shouldn’t see the police and feel uncomfortable but safe. Asking and demanding are two different things.

Feeling entitled about your money and tipping because they were respectful and actually doing their job are two different things.”

Bambam’s experience has sparked discussions online, with many Nigerians sharing similar encounters with the police.

Her post highlights an ongoing issue in the country, where some officers engage in unprofessional conduct, leaving citizens feeling unsafe.