Rivers police detain officers accused of extorting motorists
Olugbenga Adepoju, the Rivers State Commissioner of Police, has ordered the arrest and detention of officers allegedly caught extorting motorists in a viral video. The incident was brought to light after social media activist Comrade Phils accused officers from the Old GRA Police Station of demanding cash from drivers, especially those with tinted windscreens. The police command has promised a thorough and impartial investigation. The public is encouraged to continue reporting such misconduct.
What happened
- The Rivers State Police Command responded to a viral video showing officers allegedly extorting motorists.
- ASP Omomefe Akin Geoffrey and other officers were accused of demanding cash payments from drivers, ignoring valid tinted glass permits.
- The command stated that such actions violate the ethics and standards of the Nigeria Police Force.
- Olugbenga Adepoju ordered the immediate arrest, detention, and investigation of the implicated officers.
- The police assured the public of transparency and urged continued reporting of misconduct.
