CP Yemi Oyeniyi addressing officers of Delta State Police Command during the conference
By John Egie
Area Commanders, Tactical Commanders, Divisional Police Officers have been charged to man their oars by reinforcing discipline, strengthening supervision and enhancing operational effectiveness in their areas of responsibilities across Delta State.
The charge was given by the Inspector General of Police, Olatunji Rilwan Disu during a strategic conference with officers of Delta State Police Command in Asaba yesterday.
Delta State Commissioner of Police, CP Yemi Oyeniyi conveyed the IGP’s message during the conference.
He urged the officers to rededicate themselves to duty and uphold the core values of integrity, professionalism, and service.
A cross section of officers during the conference
He warned against corruption and directed officers to steer clear of civil matters, except when criminal elements, such as violence or homicide, are established.
He reiterated that land ownership disputes are civil matters.
The CP directed that officers of the command must embrace proactive policing approach, including intelligence-led operations, community engagement, stop-and-search duties, and improved response time.
Stressing on accountability, the CP charged all Area Commanders and DPOs to take full responsibility for activities within their Areas of Responsibility.
He reminded officers that policing is service-driven and that members of the public, as primary stakeholders, must be treated with civility, respect, and professionalism at all times, while all enforcement actions must strictly comply with human rights standards and extant laws.
He also warned against arrest by proxy, emphasising that only individuals directly linked to an offence should be arrested and investigated.
Cross section of participants in the conference conference
The CP cautioned against poorly executed raids, noting that inadequate investigation and prosecution undermine public confidence and suggest unprofessional conduct.
He directed that all operations must be intelligence-driven, properly constituted without abusing the rights of citizens.
On administrative standards, the CP stressed that critical duty posts such as the Charge Room must be manned by competent and professional officers, given its role as the primary interface between the Police and the public.
The CP reiterated a zero-tolerance stance on extortion and the operation of illegal checkpoints, warning that any officer found engaging in such practices will face strict disciplinary action.
He charged supervisory officers to ensure compliance, adding that accountability will extend to commanders who fail to enforce these directives within their jurisdictions.
The Commissioner of Police concluded by urging officers to provide purposeful leadership, remain vigilant to early warning signs of criminal activity, and ensure that all policing actions are guided by law, discipline, and respect for the rights of all citizens.
