February 11, (THEWILL) – The Police Service Commission has directed the Inspector General of Police, Kayode Egbetokun, to investigate officers of the Zone 7 Police Command over alleged corruption and abuse of office.
Chairman of the Commission, DIG Hashimu Argungu (rtd.), gave the directive in a communication to the IGP.
A statement by the commission said a petition by a complainant, Abubakar Yahaya, alleged the officers in charge of the Legal Unit and Operations engaged in misconduct, extortion, and unlawful involvement in civil land matters.
Yahaya alleged that he was unlawfully arrested and forced to pay ₦1 million for bail.
He is also demanding full investigation and disciplinary actions against the implicated officers and ₦1 billion in compensation for the loss of his home.
Argungu reaffirmed the commitment of the PSC to ensure the police uphold professionalism and refrain from meddling in civil disputes.
The PSC boss noted that the officers acted beyond their mandate by facilitating a demolition without due process.
He urged the IGP to establish a competent committee to probe the allegations and ensure accountability.
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