…Tasks X-Squad, other units to bridge trust deficit between Police, Public
By Hassan Zaggi
The Inspector-General of Police (IGP), Kayode Adeolu Egbetokun, has called on the general public to support the efforts of the Nigeria Police Force to eliminate extortion and other misconduct by police officers across the country.
He, therefore, urged Nigerians to report any infractions or acts of misconduct by police personnel for appropriate remedial measures.
The IGP who stated this at a conference with key officers responsible for internal control mechanisms of the Nigeria Police Force, weekend, in Abuja, further encouraged all officers to remain steadfast and committed to the Force’s aspirations and work consciously to reclaim the public’s confidence and trust.
He expressed concern over the unethical behavior of some police personnel and directed immediate action to ensure the prompt dispensation of justice and implementation of measures to curb excessiveness, highhandedness, unprofessionalism, corruption, and other vices among police personnel.
IGP Egbetokun also stressed the relevance of recognizing exemplary performances within the Force, urging the officers to make necessary recommendations for personnel who demonstrate acts of courage, integrity, and humanity.
He reiterated the importance of maintaining internal order, promoting discipline, and encouraging positive conduct in all forms as the importance of discipline, the foundation of the Nigeria Police Force, cannot be overstated.
Ini a statement by the Force Spokesman, Muyiwa Adejobi (ACP), the IGP maintained the neccessity of striving to ensure professionalism and adherence to the core values and dignity of the Nigeria Police Force by all standards.
He further stressed the role of the different units of the Force in maintaining the professional status and pivotal role of the NPF in the country’s internal security.
The meeting brought together the Officers in charge of the X-Squads, the Head of the Inspector-General of Police Monitoring Unit, and the Heads of Police Complaint Response Units from across the Federation.
These units play a fundamental role in monitoring and curbing excesses within the Force, as well as investigating public complaints against police officers.
