Kaduna police investigate officers over alleged extortion

Kaduna State Police Command has launched a full-scale investigation into officers captured in a viral video allegedly extorting money from motorists and cyclists. Commissioner of Police, Rabiu Muhammad, has directed that the implicated officers be identified and brought in for questioning.

Muhammad issued a stern warning that any officer found culpable would face severe disciplinary and legal consequences. The command, in a statement by Public Relations Officer DSP Mansir Hassan, clarified that routine roadblocks and stop-and-search operations have been curtailed. Such operations are now limited to instances with credible intelligence about the movement of criminals or prohibited items.

The statement acknowledged that the location in the video, a suburb of Millennium City, has a history of criminal activity. Police operatives have previously recovered 20 AK-47 rifles along the same route. However, the command emphasized that these security concerns do not grant officers the right to engage in extortion or misconduct under the guise of legitimate duties.

The command commended the public for bringing the alleged misconduct to light and encouraged residents to continue reporting unprofessional behavior. Complaints can be directed to the Police Complaint Response Unit via provided phone numbers. The Kaduna State Police reaffirmed their commitment to professional policing, accountability, and protecting residents' rights and safety.

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Any officer found culpable will face severe disciplinary and legal action.