Rivers State Commissioner of Police, CP Olugbenga Adepoju, has ordered the removal of illegal roadblocks across the state and warned officers against extortion and other forms of misconduct.

Speaking during a statewide inspection of checkpoints and highways, the CP said:

“We have directed that nobody should block the road. Officers should position themselves strategically and carry out stop-and-search operations without obstructing traffic. So far, compliance has been encouraging, and with sustained monitoring, things will get even better.”

He added:

“We are here in compliance with the directive of the Inspector-General of Police, Olatunji Rilwan Disu, who directed that we go round and monitor officers on duty to ensure they are doing well, are properly dressed, and have their name tags displayed. And also to ensure that they are not extorting members of the public.”

Illegal roadblocks were dismantled during the exercise, while officers found violating police regulations were marked for disciplinary action.

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