In a move that has sent ripples through the city, the Rivers State Police Command has officially relieved the Divisional Police Officer (DPO) of the Oyigbo Division of his duties, effective immediately.
The suspension follows a surge of public outcry and intense social media scrutiny regarding the officer's conduct. At the center of the controversy are grave allegations that the DPO extorted the sum of ₦500,000 from a resident. Furthermore, the officer has been implicated in the questionable and controversial detention of a woman during a domestic dispute, sparking widespread demands for accountability.
Command Promises Impartial Investigation
Rivers State Commissioner of Police, Olugbenga Adepoju, addressed the situation earlier today, confirming that the officer has been sidelined to ensure the integrity of the ongoing process.
"We are committed to maintaining the highest standards of transparency and professionalism within our ranks," Commissioner Adepoju stated. "No officer is above the law, and we have ordered a thorough and impartial investigation into these allegations. The public will be kept informed as we establish the facts of this case."
Community Reaction
Residents of Oyigbo and the wider Port Harcourt community have largely welcomed the intervention, citing a need for greater police accountability in the area. Many are now calling for a swift conclusion to the investigation to ensure that justice is served.
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