Egbetokun never ordered beating of Policemen requesting to search phones – FPRO
Inspector-General of Police, Kayode Egbetokun
Published By: Ayorinde Oluokun
By Ayorinde Oluokun/Abuja
The Nigeria Police has described a viral report that the Inspector-General of Police, IGP Kayode Adeolu Egbetokun has instructed citizens to physically assault and throw stones at police officers who request to search their phones as false.
Force Public Relations Officer, FPRO, Olumuyiwa Adejobi who said this in a statement issued on Sunday described the claim as ‘entirely false’ with no basis in reality.
According to him, Egbetokun has not issued any order encouraging the public to dish out violence to police officers. Adejobi therefore appealed to the public remain vigilant against misinformation and verify information through credible sources.
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He assured that the Nigeria Police Force remains committed to fostering a cooperative and trustful relationship between the police and the communities they serve.
“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 Force Public Relations Officer said.
