The Edo State Police Command says it has taken decisive action following a video circulated on social media by an influencer in Edo State alleging the extortion of the sum of Three Hundred Thousand Naira (₦300,000) from a furniture maker by some officers attached to Oba Market Area Command, Benin City.
In a Press statement issued by the State Police Public Relations Officer (PPRO), CSP MOSES JOEL YAMU, said the officers involved have been promptly identified, the money has been fully recovered and returned to the victim, while the said officers have been detained and are to face disciplinary procedures in accordance with the extant regulations of the Nigeria Police Force.
In addition, CSP YAMU, said stern administrative measures have been taken against the Oba Market Area Command to ensure professionalism, discipline, and respect for the rights of citizens in the discharge of their duties.
He called on members of the public to report any unprofessional conduct by officers and men of the Command to the Public Complaints Bureau (PCB) or the Complaints Response Unit (CRU) through the following dedicated telephone numbers:
08150999335
08100389992.
The Command assures the good people of Edo State that it remains committed to upholding the highest standards of professionalism, integrity, and accountability in service delivery.
The Edo State Police Command also appreciates the Assistant Inspector-General of Police, Zone 5 Headquarters, AIG Salman Dogo, Psc for his unwavering support in entrenching accountable and transparent policing in the Zone, please.
