The Rivers state Police command has issued security alert, warning residents of a group of individuals portraying as police officers, wearing black attire to extort unsuspecting citizens in the State.
In a statement signed by the Command’s Public Relations Officer, CSP Grace Iringe-Koko, the command said the development was deeply concerning, adding that the Commissioner of Police ,Cp Olugbenga Adewole Adepoju has launched a robust mechanism to monitor, identify, apprehend, and prosecute those involved in this illegal act to the full extant of the law.
“It is imperative to note that no individual, regardless of their claimed affiliation, has the authority to conduct searches of personal devices of the citizens, such as phones or laptops, on the road or at checkpoints, or demand that you accompany them to withdraw or transfer cash from a POS operator or any financial institution.
“The public is advised to exercise vigilance and report any suspicious activities or encountered hostile checkpoints to the following hotlines: – Complaint Response Unit (CRU): 07057605256, 08120822987, 09035774814, – PPRO: 09014273818, Control Room: 08032003514
“The Rivers State Police Command reassures citizens of its commitment to maintaining law and order, and appeals for cooperation and support legitimate Police operations in ensuring the safety and security of all residents”, the statement stated.
