The Lagos State Police Command has apologized to popular disc jockey, Obianuju Catherine Udeh, known as “DJ Switch”, over an arrest mix-up.
The police spokesman, SP Benjamin Hundeyin, sharing on his X handle, said, “There is a mixup from our end. Arrested person is DJ commissioner Wysei not DJ Switch.
“Apologies for all inconveniences to a few media outfits like Lindaikeji, BBC and TVC that I gave confirmation this morning.
“Apologies to DJ Switch too.”
On Thursday, rumours circulated that DJ Switch had been arrested in Lagos and taken to the magistrate court in Eti Osa over an alleged complaint of fraud and assault. However, DJ Switch debunked these reports.
Sharing on her official X account, DJ Switch clarified that the reports of her arrest were entirely false and unfounded. She emphasized that she remains dedicated to her craft and committed to her advocacy for justice and good governance in Nigeria.
“I was woken up by a barrage of calls and texts this morning. I wondered why because I know today is not my birthday. Only to find that I have been arrested,” DJ Switch said.
“One of the links that was sent to me alleged that I had assaulted the police. Now, while I am not a fan of many of our policemen and women, I do not condone nor do I support violence against the police.
“Our blogs have such an unhealthy appetite for traffic that they can’t even spend the transport fare it would cost them to go investigate and make certain of the news they share to the public. This false reporting is dangerous and negatively shapes narratives.
“Many people want so badly to believe I am just like those I’ve fought against or believing that I have sacrificed all I have ever worked for just to bring down Nigeria. This is false.
“That being said, my lawyers have screenshotted every blog they can find this false news and this is defamation of my character. These blogs have till the end of day to take down this false news and kindly replace it with a post correcting their mistakes. I am not looking for cheap publicity, I hate clout chasing and I actually am not an ass because I was advised to sue immediately which would cost them all a lot. So please do the needful and let us learn,” she said.
