The wave of extortion claims against some police officers in different parts of the nation has been denounced by Inspector General of Police Kayode Egbetokun.<\/p>\n
A recent example involving policemen from the Zone 16 Zonal Headquarters in Yenagoa, the capital of Bayelsa State, was especially mentioned by him.<\/p>\n
Officers ASP Emmanuel Ubong, Inspector Nse Okon, Inspector Adiewere Collins, and Inspector Kuromare Marine were charged in this case with extorting N10 million from a group of young people.<\/p>\n
The funds were recovered thanks to the efforts of the newly appointed Assistant Inspector-General of Police in charge of Zone 16, according to a statement released on Friday by Force Spokesperson Muyiwa Adejobi.<\/p>\n
The officers have been placed under arrest and will now stand trial in a civil courtroom.<\/p>\n
The Nigeria Police Force, under the leadership of IGP Egbetokun, maintains a zero-tolerance policy for any act of corruption and police misconduct. The Force takes every allegation of extortion and abuse of power extremely seriously.\u201d<\/p>\n
\u201cThe IGP has, however, reassured the general public that the Force will continue to investigate all allegations levelled against erring officers thoroughly,\u201d Adejobi said.<\/p>\n
According to him, the IG has mandated harsh penalties for personnel who have been proven to have engaged in misconduct.<\/p>\n
Adejobi added, \u201cIn pursuit of restorative justice, the Inspector General of Police has mandated severe consequences for any officer, no matter how highly ranked, found culpable, acting as a deterrent to those who may seek to compromise the integrity of the Force.\u201d<\/p>\n
\u201cThe IG further urges members of the public to make use of the following Police helpline and contacts to lodge complaints whenever necessary.\u201d<\/p>\n
Additionally, Adejobi declared that on Monday, there will be training on child care and protection.<\/p>\n
\u201cThe workshop will not only focus on enhancing technical capabilities but also emphasise the essential ethical principles when dealing with sensitive cases to establish a child-friendly police system in Nigeria.\u201d<\/p>\n
\u201cBy emphasising compassion, transparency, and adherence to modern investigative techniques, the Nigeria Police Force aims to foster a culture of professionalism and accountability among its personnel, thereby strengthening public trust and confidence in the organisation,\u201d he added.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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