The Nigeria Police Force (NPF) has refuted a viral claim stating that Inspector-General of Police Kayode Egbetokun instructed citizens to physically assault police officers during stop-and-search operations. The NPF spokesperson, Muyiwa Adejobi, emphasized that Egbetokun has never encouraged violence against law enforcement agents and has instead advocated for reporting police misconduct through established channels.
December 23, 2024 11:07 amThe Nigeria Police Force says Kayode Egbetokun, inspector-general of police, did not instruct Nigerians to pummel officers during stop-and-search operations.
In a statement on Monday, Muyiwa Adejobi, force spokesperson, said Egbetokun has never encouraged violence against law enforcement agents.“The Nigeria Police Force wishes to address a viral fake news story that has emerged, claiming that 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,” the statement reads.“This claim is entirely false and has no basis in reality.
“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.and reach us through the police website at npf.gov.ng.
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