The Command said the recovery followed a viral video shared on social media by an Edo-based influencer, which exposed the unprofessional conduct of the officers.
Police spokesperson, CSP Moses Joel Yamu, in a statement on Sunday, confirmed that the officers involved had been identified, the money returned to the victim, and
the personnel detained pending disciplinary proceedings.“In addition, stern administrative measures have been taken against the Oba Market Area Command to ensure professionalism, discipline, and respect for the rights of citizens in the discharge of their duties,” the statement read.
The Command, under Commissioner of Police Monday Agbonika, urged members of the public to report any misconduct through the Public Complaints Bureau or the Complaints Response Unit, via 08150999335 and 08100389992.
Yamu further commended AIG Salman Dogo of Zone 5 Headquarters for supporting efforts to entrench transparent and accountable policing in Edo State.
