CP Yemi John Oyeniyi
By John Egie
The new Commissioner of Police in Delta State Police Command, CP Yemi John Oyeniyi has warned against all forms of extortion, unprofessional conduct, and operational excesses.
The CP gave the warning yesterday during a strategic security meeting with Area Commanders, Tactical Commanders, personnel of the State Intelligence Department (SID), and women police officers drawn from the nine Area Commands across the State.
He emphasised the need for proactive, intelligence-led policing, noting that effective security management requires vigilance, coordination, and strong collaboration with the public.
The CP charged officers to remain committed to their core mandate of protecting life and property while upholding professionalism, discipline, and respect for human rights.
He reiterated that policing is a service to the people and stressed that the conduct of officers, particularly in their interactions with members of the public, remains central to building trust and encouraging cooperation.
A cross section of the meeting of the CP with Commanders
The CP stressed that officers must not become a source of distress to the citizens they are sworn to protect.
He further reiterated the Command’s zero tolerance for extra-judicial actions, and directed that all suspects must be treated in accordance with the law and, where found culpable, be promptly charged to court. Officers were therefore urged to maintain a balance between firmness and fairness by adopting a professional approach that reflects policing with a human face.
Operations
CP Oyeniyi underscored the importance of sustained visibility policing through regular patrols and timely response to incidents, noting that active police presence remains a key deterrent to crime.
He also emphasised the need for officers to identify early warning signs and take proactive steps to prevent criminal activities. In the same vein, intelligence personnel were tasked with providing timely, credible, and actionable information to support operations and enhance public safety across the State.
Another criss section with Commanders and intelligence personnel
Emerging security concerns
The CP described drug abuse and trafficking as a major threat and directed that all operations targeting such offences must be intelligence-driven, focused, and properly coordinated.
He further tasked the Area Commander, Asaba, to develop and implement a strategic response to curb incidents of house-to-house theft within the metropolis.
The CP also engaged women police officers drawn from 9 Area Commands across Delta
The Commissioner urged women police officers to realise their critical role in shaping public perception of the Force and hence, encouraged them to continue to demonstrate professionalism, empathy, and integrity, particularly in their roles at the charge room and front desk, which often serve as the first point of contact with the public.
Easter celebration
Meanwhile, in preparation for the Easter period, the Commissioner of Police directed adequate deployment of personnel to churches and other places of worship to ensure a peaceful and hitch-free celebration.
He assured residents that the Command has put in place robust security measures to safeguard all communities during and beyond the festive period.
