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By John Ogunsemore
The Commissioner of Police, Imo State Command, CP Aboki Danjuma, has ordered an investigation into the alleged involvement in cult-related activities by some policemen attached to the command.
Police Public Relations Officer (PPRO) of the command, DSP Henry Okoye disclosed this in a Saturday statement.
The statement comes following a viral video shared on X showing some suspected policemen in Owerri, Imo State donning the paraphernalia of the Vikings (DNKI) confraternity.
An X user, @NaijaConfra, which shared the video, said, “These same officers are the ones often used to kill rivals during cult clashes. How can such officers arrest a Vikings cultist when they are members themselves?
“This is why Naija Confra has always opposed cultism within security agencies. It is also why we reject cult-sponsored charity donations to the security agencies — because those institutions are our last hope for safety.”
In its statement, the command said the policemen shown in the video were in an “unacceptable display of unprofessionalism”.
“The CP strongly condemns the conduct as unethical and unbecoming of police officers.
“He assures the public that the matter is being handled with utmost seriousness and that upon conclusion of investigations, the officers involved will face serious disciplinary measures in accordance with police regulations,” the statement reads in part.
The command said it remained committed to upholding the highest standards of professionalism and ensuring good policing in line with the constitutional mandate of the Nigeria Police Force.
