Okey Maduforo, Awka.
Three police inspectors from the Anambra Police Command have been sent on detention following alleged extortion of money from an unsuspecting motorist.
Police Commissioner Ikioye Orutugu, PhD, described the act as unbecoming of the police, insisting on full disciplinary actions against the culprits. He stated that officers and men of the command must conduct themselves in a lawful manner while on duty and off duty.
In a statement by the Police Public Relations Officer, SP Tochikwu Ikenga, it was stated that the actions of the Commissioner are in strict compliance with the law and conduct of the police.
“The Commissioner of Police, Anambra State Police Command, CP Ikioye Orutugu fwc, MNIPS, PhD, today, 11th June 2025, ordered the detention of three police inspectors over an allegation of corruption.”
“He further directed the immediate commencement of internal disciplinary proceedings of the Force on the officers.”
“While interrogating the officers, Orutugu frowned at the poor character exhibition in how they accosted an unsuspecting member of the public during a security patrol, forcibly searched his phone, and extorted from the victim.”
“The CP reiterated that the Nigeria Police Force, as a disciplined, transparent, responsible, responsive, and accountable institution, will never condone any form of abuse of office, corruption, and sundry unprofessional conduct.”
“He noted that such anomalies, aside from negating the professional calling of the police, are unacceptable as they affect the entire execution of policies and directives, thereby widening the trust gap between the citizens and the Force,” Ikenga said.
