The Ebonyi State Police Command has criticized the actions of some of its officers who were recorded on video beating men on social media.
A spokesperson for the command, DSP Joshua Ukandu, announced on Sunday that they have started looking into the incident and have promised to take disciplinary action against the involved officers.
The command has been made aware of a video on social media showing some officers' inappropriate behavior.
The command strongly disapproves of their unprofessional behavior and has already taken administrative measures. They have also started a detailed investigation to ensure justice and appropriate disciplinary action.
The Commissioner Of Police, Ebonyi State Police Command, CP Augustina Ogbodo, has emphasized that any form of misconduct by any police officer(s) will not be tolerated under her leadership.
She urged residents to stay calm and follow the law, while assuring that any police officer found at fault will face severe disciplinary actions.
The Public Relations Officer of the Nigerian Police Force, ACP Olumuyiwa Adejobi, also condemned a viral video showing an officer of the Edo State Police Command assaulting a woman at the Ekpoma Divisional Police Headquarters.
Adejobi stated, “I have repeatedly said that policemen are not trained to slap, use horse whip or stick to flog people.
“Even if it’s necessary to use minimum force while on duty, the police have the appropriate tools and equipment to do so as outlined by our law.”
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Ebonyi Police Probe Viral Video Of Officers Assaulting Men
The Ebonyi State Police Command has condemned the behaviour of some of its officers caught on camera in a viral social media video beating some men.
A statement on Sunday by the command's acting Public Relations… pic.twitter.com/jeN2UsWFw4
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