The Edo State Police Command has recovered N300,000 allegedly extorted from a furniture maker by officers attached to the Oba Market Area Command in Benin, the command confirmed on Monday.
CSP Moses Yamu, the Public Relations Officer of the command, disclosed that the officers involved have been identified, the money fully returned to the victim, and the implicated officers detained pending disciplinary action.
He explained that the recovery followed a viral video shared by a social media influencer alleging the extortion. “The officers involved have been promptly identified, the money has been fully recovered and returned to the victim, while the said officers have been detained and are to face disciplinary procedures in accordance with the extant regulations of the Nigeria Police Force,” Yamu said.
The police spokesperson added that stern administrative measures had also been taken against the Oba Market Area Command to reinforce professionalism and respect for citizens’ rights. He urged members of the public to report any misconduct to the Public Complaints Bureau or the National Complaints Response Unit via dedicated hotlines: 08150999335 and 08100389992.
“The Command under CP Monday Agbonika encourages members of the public to report any unprofessional conduct by officers and men of the Command,” he said, reassuring Edo residents that the command remains committed to upholding the highest standards of professionalism, integrity, and accountability in service delivery.
