By Richard Anyebe
The Nigeria Police Force has arrested officers responsible for extorting a member of the public in the sum of Thirty Million, Three Hundred Thousand Naira (N30,300,000).
The arrest of the officers, who are attached to the Special Tactical Squad in Abuja followed a public knowledge of the incident brought to the notice of the force on its X handle.
According to a statement issued by the Force Spokesman, ACP Olumuyiwa Adejobi on Friday, the officers and their accomplices responsible for this “unprofessional conduct” have been arrested and are currently in custody.
ACP Adejobi said the Inspector General of Police, IGP Kayode Adeolu Egbetokun, has ordered the commencement of disciplinary proceedings to ensure that justice is served swiftly and decisively.
This, he added, is part of his commitment to upholding the highest standards of integrity and accountability within the force.
“These disciplinary measures underscore the zero-tolerance stance of the Nigeria Police Force towards any form of misconduct or corruption among its ranks,” the police spokesman said.
“The IGP also emphasized the imperativeness that those found to have violated the trust placed in them by the public face the full consequences of their actions, as such behaviour not only tarnishes the reputation of the Force but also undermines the collective efforts to maintain law and order in our country.
“The Nigeria Police Force remains resolute in its quest to uphold the highest standards of professionalism, integrity, and accountability.
“As guardians of public safety and the rule of law, we are deeply committed to ensuring that all officers adhere strictly to ethical conduct and demonstrate staunch integrity in the discharge of their duties. The NPF recognizes that transparency and accountability are paramount in maintaining public trust and will continue to take decisive action against any misconduct within our ranks.”