The Inspector-General of Police, Kayode Egbetokun, has directed police officers across the country to steer clear of civil land disputes, warning that any personnel found meddling in such matters will face stiff disciplinary action.
This directive was reiterated by the Imo State Commissioner of Police, Aboki Danjuma, in a statement released on Sunday by the Command’s Public Relations Officer, DSP Henry Okoye.
CP Danjuma stated unequivocally that land-related disputes remain civil matters that fall under the jurisdiction of the courts, not the police. He warned that the Command would not tolerate any officer attempting to interfere or intimidate parties involved in such disputes.
“In line with the Inspector-General of Police’s directive, the Imo State Police Command has issued a stern warning to all officers and men to desist from interfering in land-related civil cases. Any officer found culpable will face firm disciplinary measures,” the statement read.
The Command also cautioned members of the public against attempting to use the police as a tool to gain undue advantage in land disputes, stressing that petitioners who mislead law enforcement agents will be investigated and prosecuted.
Meanwhile, the Commissioner last week embarked on a statewide inspection of police checkpoints in response to public complaints of extortion, harassment, and unprofessional conduct by officers on highway duty.
During the inspection tour, CP Danjuma visited several duty posts, where he reminded officers of the fundamental values of modern policing, which include discipline, integrity, and respect for human rights.
He warned that any officer found engaging in acts of extortion, intimidation, or any form of misconduct would be subjected to disciplinary procedures that may include dismissal and prosecution.
DSP Okoye confirmed that seven police personnel were arrested during the inspection for various misconducts. He said disciplinary actions have already been initiated against them, assuring the public that updates would be provided as the cases progress.
In his interaction with motorists and commuters, the Commissioner urged the public not to offer bribes or surrender their mobile phones for unauthorized searches by police officers, noting that such practices are illegal and unethical.
He said the Command is committed to upholding professionalism and restoring public confidence in the police force.
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