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IGP Egbetokun Issues Stern Warning to Police Against Extortion and Illegal Activities

The Inspector-General of Police, Nigeria Police Force, IGP Kayode Adeolu Egbetokun, has warned Nigerian police officers against engaging in extortion and other illegal activities.
The Police Public Relations Officer, ACP Olumuyiwa Adejobi, unequivocally stated in a press release on Wednesday.
The Statement reads partly, “To maintain the highest standards of integrity within the Nigeria Police Force, the Inspector General of Police, IGP Kayode Adeolu Egbetokun, Ph.D., NPM, has sternly condemned any form of extortion and issued a clear warning to all officers against using or dropping his name for such nefarious activities”.
The IGP expressed deep concern, emphasizing that such actions tarnish the reputation of his person and the Police Force, thereby eroding public trust.
The IGP emphasized that any officer found guilty of leveraging his name for fraudulent activities or extortion will face severe disciplinary measures.
Egbetokun urged officers to maintain transparency and professionalism, emphasizing that the Nigeria Police Force’s integrity is at stake if not upheld.
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.
The Inspector-General 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 called 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.
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