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NPF absolves IGP from the misdeeds of its criminal officers
The Nigeria Police Force (NPF) has expressed serious concern over the persistent fraudulent use of the name of the Inspector-General of Police by some of its to perpetrate crimes.
“The Nigeria Police Force is concerned about the persistent unprofessional conduct of a few Police officers which undermines the standards and reputation of the Nigeria Police Force,” Force spokesman,ACP Olumuyiwa Adejobi, sai in statement, Saturday, December 28.
“Despite repeated warnings and disciplinary actions taken against those who have been exposed, some officers are still engaging in these shameful acts that erode public trust,” he complained further.
“Even more alarming is the fraudulent use of the name and office of the Inspector-General of Police to perpetrate these illegal acts,” Adejobi said.
The Force communication strategist observed: “The intention behind this tactic is to intimidate victims into believing that the IGP is aware, and approves of their illegal activities. As a result, victims are often deterred from reporting these incidents to higher authorities.”
We urge members of the public to report any misconduct by Police Officers to their superiors, the Heads of the Complaint Response Units (CRU) in their states or the Commissioner of Police in the state.
He advised members of the public to exercise caution when approached by officers or individuals claiming connections with the IGP or any senior officer for the purpose of influence or favour.
“In such instances, we urge you to immediately report such cases to the Nigeria Police Force via: DCP Akin Fakorede, Head, IGP Monitoring Unit, Force Headquarters, Abuja – 08184077076; ACP Olumuyiwa Adejobi, Force Public Relations Officer, Force Headquarters, Abuja – 08037168147; CSP Taiwo Oyewale, Head, IGP Special Investigation Unit, Force Headquarters, Abuja – 08069318238; SP Sherriff Lawal, ADC (Aide-de-Camp) to the IGP – 08094712605,” he said. END
