The Lagos State Police Command has been praised for coming to the aid of a stranded motorist in the early hours of January 6.
According to a post shared on social media platform X, officers on patrol spotted a woman whose car had run out of fuel around 4 a.m. near Cement Bus Stop on the Lagos-Abeokuta highway. Demonstrating compassion and quick thinking, the officers provided her with 5 liters of petrol to ensure she could reach the nearest filling station safely.
The post detailed the officers' kind gesture:
“Earlier today at about 4:00 a.m., our patrol team encountered a woman stranded at Cement Bus Stop, Lagos-Abeokuta highway, due to her vehicle running out of fuel. The team promptly assisted her with 5 liters of petrol to help her get to the nearest filling station. They wished her a lovely day and continued with their patrol duties.”
The heartwarming act has sparked widespread commendations from Nigerians, with many lauding the officers for their dedication and humanity.
This gesture serves as a reminder of the positive impact police officers can have when they go above and beyond their call of duty to support members of the community.
