Ex-IGP calls for enhanced security at police stations after murder of DPO in his office
Ex-IGP calls for enhanced security at police stations after murder of DPO in his office
Former Inspector General of Police, Mr. Sunday Ehindero, has called for immediate reinforcement of security across all police stations in Nigeria, in response to the recent killing of a Divisional Police Officer (DPO) inside his office in Kano State.
Speaking on the incident, Ehindero described the attack as deeply troubling and urged the Nigeria Police Force to review and strengthen security protocols within its facilities to prevent future breaches.
He stressed the importance of making police stations secure zones, not just for officers, but for the communities they serve.
He also raised concerns over the growing trend of armed policemen operating in plain clothes, warning that it could lead to confusion and potential abuse.
He advocated for clearer guidelines on the conduct and appearance of officers carrying weapons while off duty or in mufti.
He said: “Not too long, I alighted from the plane. On my way to the town, I saw our policemen bearing arms in mufti. But for one of them in uniform, I mistook them for robbers. I quickly phoned the Command Commissioner of Police. He mobilised personnel to the scene and disarmed the squad.
“Apparently, it was an anti-cult squad. You need monitoring units in the states to fish out these delicts.
“But the most pathetic is the situation where a Divisional Police Officer was killed in his office in Kano State. Where were the station Arm Guard? What measures are put in place to secure the perimeter of police stations to avoid such occurrences?
“How come a suspect died in the station? There were insinuations that while the DPO was in Bauchi State similar incidents happened there. This episode should be properly investigated to ensure it does not occur again.
“A case study should be simulated for learning and appropriate lessons deduced. Security around all our police stations should be fortified.”
On the award, he said: “Deserving officers were not only presented with certificates but also commended with awards.”
