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Metro - November 8, 2024

IGP Egbetokun vows zero tolerance for corruption, orders punishment for erring officers

Reschedules workshop on Child protection, care for Monday 11th

 

 

 

 

 

Inspector-General of Police, IGP Kayode Adeolu Egbetokun, has strongly condemned alleged extortions by some police officers and ordered stringent punishment for those found culpable.

Four officers from Zone 16 Zonal Headquarters in Yenegoa have been detained and subjected to orderly room trial for extorting N10m from a group of young Nigerians.

The officers are, ASP Emmanuel Ubong, Inspector Nse Okon, Inspector Adiewere Collins, and Inspector Kuromare Marine.

The IGP reassured the public that the force will thoroughly investigate all allegations and maintain a zero-tolerance policy for corruption.

Additionally, a workshop on child protection and care has been rescheduled for November 11 to enhance officers’ training.

According to the Force Police Public Relations Officer, ACP Olumuyiwa Adejobi, the money has been recovered through the efforts of the new Assistant Inspector-General of Police in charge of Zone 16.

The Nigeria Police Force, under the leadership of IGP Egbetokun, maintained a zero-tolerance policy for any act of corruption and police misconduct, as the Force takes every allegation of extortion and abuse of power extremely seriously.

In 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.

The IGP further urged members of the public to make use of the following Police helpline & contacts to lay complaints whenever necessary: +2347056792065, +2349133333785, +2349133333786, @PoliceNG on X, @ngpolice on Facebook, and @nigeriapoliceforce on Instagram. Citizens can also contact us by mail via pressforabuja@police.gov.ng and through the police website at www.npf.gov.ng..

Similarly, to guaranteed that officers within the Force receive adequate training in child care and protection and in effective investigations considerate of vulnerable individuals, most especially children in conflict with the law, the IGP has rescheduled the workshop with all Heads of Police investigative units to take place on Monday, November 11, 2024.

The workshop will not only focus on enhancing technical capabilities but also emphasize the essential ethical principles when dealing with sensitive cases in order to have a child-friendly police system in Nigeria.

By emphasizing compassion, transparency, and adherence to modern investigation 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 organization.

 

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