Imo: Police set up monitoring team for checkpoint oversight

Austin Okoro

Imo Commissioner of Police, Aboki Danjuma, has set up a monitoring team to supervise police officers at checkpoints across the state.

This initiative, announced on December 28, 2024 is led by an Assistant Commissioner of Police and aims to enhance operational effectiveness during the festive season.

This was contained in a statement by the command’s spokesperson, Henry Okoye, and circulated in social media by Prince Uwalaka,.

Okoye said: ” the commissioner implemented the measure following an operational review of key security locations to bolster public safety. The focus is on ensuring that officers involved in stop-and-search operations and traffic control duties adhere strictly to the professional standards of the Nigeria Police Force.

He explained that a mobile patrol team, headed by the Assistant Commissioner of Police in charge of the IGP X-Squad, will conduct routine inspections.

“This team will collaborate with other security agencies to monitor police activities, ensuring compliance with the Police Act and discouraging corrupt practices such as extortion or disrespectful behavior towards the public.

CP Danjuma emphasized the importance of professionalism, respect, and courtesy in officers’ dealings with citizens.

He warned that any form of misconduct, particularly extortion, would be met with strict disciplinary actions.

The statement further noted that CP Danjuma had reviewed overall security strategies in collaboration with other agencies to guarantee effective deployment of personnel.

He averred that law and order should be maintained by the officers during the holiday period.

“Residents are encouraged to report suspicious activities or cases of misconduct by police personnel through the provided hotlines: 0803 477 3600 or 0814 802 4755”, the statement reads.

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