By George OPARA
The Rivers State Police command has removed the Divisional Police Officer, DPO in charge of Oyigbo police station over alleged misconduct.
Spear News Nigeria, however, noted that the case of misconduct preferred against the removed Divisional Police Officer was not yet, made public.
Yet, the Public Relations Officer of the Command, ASP Blessing Agabe in a statement said the removal was premised on a response to an alleged misconduct involving the DPO.
Spear News Nigeria gathered through the statement that his removal was in line with the Command’s commitment to transparency, accountability and professionalism, the officer concerned was removed from his position pending the outcome of a thorough and impartial investigation of the matter.
Agabe disclosed that the attention of the Command was drawn to a publication circulating on various online platforms alleging misconduct involving the DPO.
Also, the Commissioner of Police, Olugbenga Adepoju who was dismayed over the incident said the command would not tolerate any form of misconduct, abuse of office or actions capable of undermining public trust and confidence in the Nigeria Police Force.
However, the Command has appreciated the vigilance of members of the public and encourages citizens to continue reporting incidents of misconduct through approved channels.
Also, Agabe has released the mobile phone numbers for Emergency Contacts
Complaint Response Unit (CRU) such as : 07057605209
07057605256
08120822987
07072323049
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