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BY NKECHI NAECHE-ESEZOBOR—Following a viral video posted by an online blog recently, detailing  the unprofessional conduct of certain police officers in Benin City, the Nigeria Police Force has promptly identified the officers involved and initiated disciplinary measures.

In response to multiple complaints of highhandedness by some operatives around Airport Road, Benin, the officers involved have been identified as personnel attached to the Zone 5 Zonal Counter-Terrorism Unit (ZCA).

They have been summoned to the Force Headquarters, Abuja, since two days ago, and are currently undergoing orderly room trial — the appropriate disciplinary procedure under police regulations has.

While an Assistant Superintendent of Traffic (AST) who was captured in video that went viral on Monday, 5th May, 2025, behaving in a manner inconsistent with the Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) of the Nigeria Police Force has been identified and summoned to the Force Headquarters, Abuja.

As part of the ongoing administrative process, he has been officially issued a query to address his unprofessional and uncivil conduct.

The statement added that the Police Force remains committed to transparency and accountability, and the general public will be kept informed as the disciplinary process unfolds.

“We appreciate citizens for speaking up and reinforcing the professional standards expected of our officers. Your voice is vital in helping us serve you better.”

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