IGP: You Are A Criminal If You Drop IGP's Name For Corrupt Practices, Extortion, Investigations – FPRO
The Nigeria Police Force, and the Inspector General of Police, IGP Kayode Adeolu Egbetokun, on Wednesday, February 21, told police officers that they are criminals if they uses the IGP's name to extort people, for corruption practices and during investigations.
The Nigeria Police Force, and the Inspector General of Police, IGP Kayode Adeolu Egbetokun, on Wednesday, February 21, told police officers that they are criminals if they uses the IGP's name to extort people, for corruption practices and during investigations.
The IGP sternly condemned officers who are in the habit of dropping his name while on official or illegal duty to desist henceforth.
The Force Public Relations Officer, Force Headquarters, Abuja, ACP Olumuyiwa Adejobi, in a statement on Wednesday, February 21, 2024, stated that the IGP emphasized that any officer found guilty of leveraging his name for fraudulent activities or extortion will face severe disciplinary measures.
According to him, the IGP Issued the strong warning against name dropping, extortion by officers in any form of extortion warning all officers against using or dropping his name for such nefarious activities.
He stated that the IGP expressed deep concern, emphasizing that such actions tarnish the reputation of his person and the Police Force, thereby eroding public trust.
He then urged officers to uphold transparency and professionalism, reiterating that the integrity of the Nigeria Police Force is at stake if such is not checked.
"Furthermore, IGP Kayode Egbetokun implored the public to exercise caution and report any attempts to exploit his name for fraudulent activities or extortion, most especially in the investigation of cases
"He highlighted the crucial role citizens play in collaboration with the Police Force to maintain a high standard of conduct and eliminate corruption within the system
"The IGP, therefore, reassured the public of the Force's commitment, under his watch, to root out misconduct and ensure accountability at all levels
"He urged Nigerians to promptly report any incidents of extortion or fraudulent activity, providing detailed information to facilitate thorough investigations that will lead to severe sanctions for erring officers.
"The general public may reach the Nigeria Police via our social media platforms and phone numbers 08057000001, 08057000002, 08057000003, and 07056792065." The statement reads.
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