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Delta police commissioner inspects highway flashpoints, urges professionalism

From The Punch · () English

Translated from English, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • Delta State Commissioner of Police, Yemi Oyeniyi, inspected security at highway flashpoints across the state.
  • He urged officers to remain vigilant, professional, and courteous to the public, warning against misconduct and harassment.
  • Oyeniyi reassured residents of the command's commitment to safety and urged public cooperation with credible information.

Delta State Commissioner of Police, Yemi Oyeniyi, conducted a tour of critical flashpoints along the state's highways, including Edjekota, Evwreni, and Ohoro Junctions. The inspection focused on assessing security deployments and addressing officers on duty during a visibility policing exercise.

remain vigilant, observe professionalism, and engage members of the public with courtesy and respect.

โ€” CP Yemi OyeniyiAddressing officers on duty during a tour of highway flashpoints.

During the tour, CP Oyeniyi charged officers to maintain vigilance, professionalism, and courtesy in their interactions with the public. He emphasized the importance of policing with a "human face" and strict adherence to human rights standards, warning that any form of abuse or harassment would not be tolerated.

officers must be properly dressed, maintain a smart appearance, and conduct themselves in a manner that reflects the core values of the Nigeria Police Force.

โ€” CP Yemi OyeniyiDirecting officers on their conduct and appearance.

The Commissioner also stressed the need for officers to maintain a smart appearance and conduct themselves in a manner that uphms the core values of the Nigeria Police Force. While commending their efforts, he reiterated that misconduct would not be tolerated, assuring residents of the command's commitment to ensuring the safety of life and property. He urged the public to support the police by providing credible and timely information.

the Command will not tolerate any form of misconduct or complaints from the public.

โ€” CP Yemi OyeniyiWarning officers about unacceptable behavior.
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Originally published by The Punch in English. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.