ASABA/Nigeria: The Commissioner of Police in Delta State, CP Yemi Oyeniyi, has issued a strong directive to officers across the command to uphold discipline, professionalism, and operational efficiency, warning that misconduct and corruption will no longer be tolerated.
The directive was contained in a statement signed by the Police Public Relations Officer of the Command, SP Bright Edafe, following a strategic conference convened by the CP on Tuesday, April 14, 2026, with Area Commanders, Tactical Commanders, and Divisional Police Officers (DPOs) in line with the Inspector-General of Police’s directive.
At the conference, CP Oyeniyi conveyed the position of the Inspector-General of Police, charging officers to rededicate themselves to duty and uphold the core values of integrity, professionalism, and service delivery.
He warned officers against engaging in corrupt practices and cautioned them to steer clear of civil disputes, particularly land matters, except where criminal elements such as violence or homicide are involved, reiterating that land ownership issues remain strictly civil in nature.
The CP further directed officers to adopt proactive policing strategies, including intelligence-led operations, enhanced community engagement, stop-and-search duties, and improved response time to incidents across the state.
Emphasising accountability, Oyeniyi tasked Area Commanders and DPOs to take full responsibility for activities within their respective jurisdictions, reminding them that policing is service-driven and must reflect civility, respect, and professionalism in interactions with the public.
He stressed that all enforcement actions must comply strictly with human rights standards and extant laws, warning against the practice of arrest by proxy, and insisting that only individuals directly linked to criminal offences should be arrested and investigated.
The Commissioner also cautioned against poorly executed raids, noting that inadequate investigation and weak prosecution erode public confidence and portray the Force as unprofessional. He directed that all operations must be intelligence-driven and conducted without infringing on citizens’ rights.
On administrative matters, the CP underscored the importance of professionalism at critical duty points, particularly the Charge Room, describing it as the primary interface between the Police and the public, which must be manned by competent officers.
Reiterating the command’s zero-tolerance stance on extortion and illegal checkpoints, Oyeniyi warned that any officer found culpable will face strict disciplinary action. He further directed supervisory officers to ensure compliance, noting that accountability will extend to commanders who fail to enforce these directives.
The CP concluded by urging officers to demonstrate purposeful leadership, remain vigilant to early warning signs of criminal activity, and ensure that all policing actions are guided by law, discipline, and respect for the rights of citizens.
