IGP Exonerated As Police Reject Allegations Of CBN Smuggling Ties

IGP Exonerated As Police Reject Allegations Of CBN Smuggling Ties

The Nigeria Police Force has dismissed allegations that Inspector General Kayode Egbetokun is involved in or shielding a cartel accused of smuggling funds from the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN)…READ MORE…

Force PRO Olumuyiwa Adejobi clarified in a statement that four officers—DSP Peter Ejike, Inspector Ekende Edwin, Inspector Esther Okafor, and Sergeant Talabi Kayode—have been implicated in extorting ₦43.16 million from an individual they detained unlawfully. The officers, who acted without proper authorization, have been suspended and will face prosecution for their misconduct.

Adejobi also condemned the spread of misinformation alleging IGP Egbetokun’s involvement, describing it as an attempt to tarnish his reputation. He assured the public that the officers’ actions were an isolated incident and emphasized the administration’s commitment to reforming the police force.

The police urged the public and media to avoid perpetuating false narratives, noting that such actions undermine public trust and distract from efforts to improve professionalism within the force.

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