By Damilare Adeleye
The Nigeria Police Force has refuted a claim that Inspector-General of Police, IGP Kayode Adeolu Egbetokun, instructed citizens to physically assault and throw stones at police officers who request to search their phones.
In a statement released on Sunday night, ACP Olumuyiwa Adejobi, Force Public Relations, described the claim as ‘entirely false’ with ‘no basis in reality’.
Adejobi added the IGP has not issued any such directive encouraging violence against law enforcement officers, but instead, called on citizens to report instances of police misconduct through appropriate channels.
“This claim is entirely false and has no basis in reality. The IGP has not issued any such directive encouraging violence against law enforcement officers. Instead, he has called on citizens to report instances of police misconduct through appropriate channels. This approach underscores the importance of accountability and maintaining the rule of law, rather than resorting to violent actions.
“Members of the public are urged to make use of the following Police helplines & contacts to lay complaints whenever necessary: +2347056792065, +2349133333785, +2349133333786, @PoliceNG on X, @ngpolice on Facebook, and @nigeriapoliceforce on Instagram. Citizens can also contact us by mail through; pressforabuja@police.gov.ng and reach us through the police website at npf.gov.ng.
“Members of the public are advised to remain vigilant against misinformation and verify information through credible sources. The Nigeria Police Force remains committed to fostering a cooperative and trustful relationship between the police and the communities they serve,” the statement read.
