Kogi State Police Command has arrested 15 suspected armed robbers, kidnappers and cultists. It recovered AK-47 rifles, magazines and 30 cartridges along Kogi-Abuja Expressway.
Commissioner of Police, Miller Gajera Dantawaye, warned criminals in the state to repent or relocate from the state: “We are going after them. I have charged officers to rise up to the task and flush out the criminals.
“The command has imbibed community policing. They should apply professionalism when carrying out their duties. I have encouraged officers on discipline, professionalism and integrity as core values every officer must uphold. Insubordination will not be tolerated under my leadership.
“I have visited the Atah of Igala, reinforcing security collaboration between the police and the traditional institution and all the stakeholders to ensure a safer state.
“Police operatives arrested 10 suspected armed robbers along Kogi-Abuja Expressway and raided their hideouts. Operatives in Ayingba Division arrested two suspected armed robbers during stop-and-search exercise along Harbour Bay-Egume Road and recovered locally made pistol and motorcycle.
“The police tactical team arrested suspected cultists terrorising Lokoja axis. They are members of Axe and Eiye confraternities. I have directed DPOs and area commanders to deploy tactical team operatives to all the flashpoints along Okene-Akure Expressway.
“New operation strategies, training and re-training of personnel will be paramount to enhance tactical engagement. Inspector General of Police Olukayode Egbetokun’s vision is to fight crime and criminality and ensure adequate security.
“I have warned my officers to shun corruption and illegal duty. They should cultivate good relationship with the public and respect the fundamental human rights of the citizens.”