This directive was announced on Sunday by the command’s spokesperson, Henry Okoye, who confirmed that the warning follows an order from the Inspector General of Police (IGP), Kayode Egbetokun.

According to CP Danjuma, any officer caught interfering in land-related matters will face strict disciplinary action in line with police regulations.

He also cautioned members of the public against submitting misleading petitions to the police. Anyone found guilty of providing false information to manipulate the command will be investigated and prosecuted.

“In line with the IGP’s directive, the Commissioner of Police, Imo State Command, CP Aboki Danjuma, has issued a stern warning to all personnel to steer clear of land-related civil disputes,” said Okoye.
“Any officer found culpable will face firm disciplinary measures. Petitioners attempting to mislead the police will also be investigated and prosecuted.”

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This statement was contained in a release made available to journalists in Abuja by the Force Public Relations Officer (FPRO), Assistant Commissioner of Police (ACP) Olumuyiwa Adejobi.

According to the statement, the IGP emphasized that all practices undermining investigations and diminishing public confidence in the Force would no longer be tolerated.

He stressed that transparency, professionalism, and accountability must remain the guiding principles of policing. In line with this, he directed all supervising officers and personnel, particularly those in investigative units, to handle cases with diligence and integrity.

The IGP further warned that any officer found engaging in indiscriminate transfers of case files or misusing their office would face strict disciplinary actions.

The statement also highlighted the recurring practice of transferring cases still under investigation between formations without authorization as unacceptable. Such actions create unnecessary delays, impose undue burdens on parties involved, and waste resources.

The IGP categorically stated that cases should be investigated within the jurisdiction where alleged offenses occurred unless expressly approved by his office.

Equally concerning to the IGP is the misuse of police authority in civil disputes, particularly in matters of land ownership. The statement clarified that the police have no jurisdiction over purely civil matters unless there is an underlying criminal element.

Even in such cases, investigations must be overseen by the State Commissioners of Police, who will be held accountable for the process and outcome.

The IGP also expressed concerns about the filing of frivolous or malicious petitions aimed at harassing or intimidating innocent citizens and vowed to stop such acts with sanctions.

Consequently, all petitions submitted to the police must now include a declaration confirming their authenticity and genuineness. Petitioners found to have filed frivolous petitions will face appropriate sanctions for providing false information to the police.

Additionally, the IGP urged members of the public to submit complaints and petitions directly to the appropriate Police Commands, Divisions, or Units, rather than to the IGP’s office, except in cases requiring review, appeal, or special intervention. He stressed the importance of avoiding framing civil disputes as criminal matters to manipulate police intervention.

In his commitment to professionalism, the IGP reassured Nigerians of the Force’s dedication to upholding transparency and accountability.

He called on citizens to trust the police to deliver justice and to report any unethical practices through appropriate channels. The IGP warned that any officer or individual found misusing the name or authority of the IGP would face severe consequences, including prosecution where necessary.

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This was contained in a statement made available to newsmen in Abuja on Tuesday by the Force Public Relations Officer, FPRO, Assistant Commissioner of Police, ACP Olumuyiwa Adejobi.

According to the statement, “other structures like Police Stations, Area Command Headquarters and office accommodations are also billed for commissioning in some states, in continuation of the commissioning process to create a supportive working environment for officers while improving their overall well-being.

“It is also worthy of note that consistent with the goal of enhancing police infrastructure, the Inspector-General of Police has previously launched major projects aimed at strengthening the operational framework of the Nigeria Police Force.

“Notable amongst these are the Nigeria Police Force National Cybercrime Center; the Nigeria Police Resource Center; the new Jabi Divisional Police Headquarters; and the new Ogun State Command Headquarters.

The statement further added that, as part of the ongoing efforts to increase the operational capabilities of the police force, the IGP has procured new sets of Operational assets such as Hilux vehicles, Armored Personnel Carriers (APCs), personal protective equipment (body amour), and anti-riot equipment, awaiting commissioning by the President Bola Ahmed Tinubu.

These assets are vital for ensuring that officers are adequately prepared to confront security challenges and to enhance their effectiveness in serving and protecting the public.

It stated that the Nigeria Police Force remained dedicated to improving the welfare of its personnel and ensuring they have the necessary resources to perform their duties efficiently saying “through these initiatives, the IGP aims to foster a more responsive, accountable, and operationally effective Police Force”.

Source: tribuneonlineng

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