A Nigerian national, who allegedly lying about his nationality when he joined the Metropolitan Police, will stand trial for fraud.

According to reports, 34-year-old Oluwaseyi Alao had filed his nationality as British when he applied to join the Metropolitan Police in 2013.

The 34-year-old served with the force for two years before his alleged deceit was discovered.

Alao appeared at Southwark Crown Court on Wednesday on a fraud charge.

After confirming his details, he was asked by the court clerk what his nationality is, to which he replied: “I’m Nigerian.”

He pleaded not guilty to the single charge he faces and is due to stand trial in July.