The Acting Inspector General of Police, IGP Kayode Adeolu Egbetokun, Ph.D.,NPM, has restructured the IGP Monitoring Unit and X-Squad to checkmate the activities of Police personnel following outcry from members of the public over the high-handedness, extortion and inappropriate behaviors of Policemen.
The Ag. IGP has also directed the Commissioners of Police in charge of State Commands to immediately establish Complaints Response Units in their respective Commands in line with the provisions of Section 131 (1) of the Nigeria Police Act, 2020, to complement the efforts of the restructured IGP Monitoring Unit and X-Squad for better service delivery.
A statement issued by the Force Spokesperson, ACP Olumuyiwa Adejobi, read, “As part of the restructuring process, both units IGPMU and X-Squad, will undergo comprehensive reforms, including the integration of advanced technologies and training to equip their personnel with the necessary tools to carry out their statutory duties effectively.
“The Units will be tasked with the crucial responsibility of overseeing and investigating complaints against police officers, ensuring that any misconduct or abuse of power is thoroughly addressed and such reported to the IGP for immediate sanctions, with a view to checkmating inappropriate behavior among police personnel, most especially indiscriminate extortion of innocent Nigerians along our highways.
“The IGP emphasizes that the restructured IGP Monitoring Unit and X-Squad will function independently and impartially, with a commitment to transparency and justice. Additionally, the units will work closely with other internal complaint units and external oversight bodies to foster an environment of accountability and to maintain public trust in the police force.
Meanwhile, complaints and relevant information on police actions can be sent via the official email or phone number of the Unit – igpmufhq@npf-c4i.com / 08036242591 or via the Police Complaints Response Unit (CRU) – 08057000001, 08057000002 or 08057000003(SMS/WhatsApp only).
“The Inspector General of Police therefore calls upon all police officers to be aware of the wind of change cum paradigm shift, and fully cooperate with the IGP Monitoring Unit, X-Squad and other complaint sections to achieve their mandates without undue interference and hindrance from any quarters; and reaffirms the commitment of the Force to upholding the highest standards of integrity, professionalism, and respect for human rights in the discharge of police duties.”
READ OTHER STORIES:
‘I Don’t Want To Die, Colleague Narrates Final Moments of Doctor Killed in Elevator Accident
NNPC, NIPCO Partner To Deliver CNG To Nigerians
President Tinubu Writes Senate, Seeks Approval for Military Action Against Niger Junta
How I Survived Being Poisoned In Prison When Abacha Detained Me- Obasanjo
Trump Pleads Not Guilty To 2020 US Election Conspiracy Charges
