Police chief warns officers against misuse of power
The Inspector-General of Police, Olatunji Disu, has cautioned 1,068 retrained constables against professional misconduct. He emphasized that wearing a police uniform does not grant immunity from justice or allow unlawful actions. Disu highlighted the importance of discipline and skill in law enforcement, commending efforts to retrain officers, including female personnel. The Akwa Ibom Command also reported recent successes and urged community cooperation.
What we know
- Olatunji Disu warned officers that misuse of weapons and unlawful killings will result in dismissal and prosecution.
- He stressed that no badge or uniform is a license to kill or a shield from justice.
- The IGP praised the retraining of female officers in arms handling, stating that gender does not limit competence.
- Officers were reminded that firearms should only be used as a last resort and within legal boundaries.
- The Akwa Ibom Command reported achievements such as evacuating explosives and rescuing kidnapped victims, and called for continued public support.
