Biafra: Police IG To Sanction Officers For Taking Photos With Nnamdi Kanu

The Nigeria Police Force has warned its officers against taking photographs with Nnamdi Kanu, leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra, IPOB.

Addressing officers in Lagos on Thursday, Inspector General of Police, Ibrahim Idris, said the Force will no longer take the act with levity, noting that double standards won’t be allowed.

He told police officers to be committed to the unity of the country, urging them that their loyalty to Nigeria is paramount.

“We will not take it with levity. There should be no double loyalty to Nigeria. No matter your rank, your commitment to the country should be absolute,” he said.

“Nationalism is key. Some officers were taking pictures with Nnamdi Kanu and this is someone that is challenging the unity of this country.

“We are changing the face of policing in Nigeria, policemen that are people-oriented with the satisfaction of the citizens as the primary focus.

“As policemen, you must be committed to unity, leadership and authority of government of this country. No double standards are allowed.”

Idris also announced that 88 additional area commands would be created to boost operational efficiency.

“We are waiting for approval from the PSC for the 88 new area commands and by extension, this means we are going to have more assistant commissioners of police,” he said.

“This will also create room for more chief superintendents of police to be promoted. Do your best in your duties and you will be promoted.

“You are important for this job. We depend on you.”

He revealed that 10,000 more personnel are currently undergoing training and will join with the Force soon to boost the nation’s police.