The Delta State Police Command has refuted the allegation in an online report that it has flouted the presidential directive on the withdrawal of police personnel from VIP duties, describing it as false, unfounded and misleading.
The Command said that the story suggesting non-compliance by the Delta Police Command does not reflect the factual position of the Command or the Nigeria Police Force (NPF).
In a statement by the Command’s spokesman, SP Bright Edafe, the Command urged members of the public to disregard the incorrect allegation that officers remain attached to a resident identified as Sunny Nwakaego in Sapele.
Edafe stated: “The Command does not have personnel attached to the said person as published by Sahara Reporters. However it is pertinent to state that on 12th December, 2025, the Divisional Police Officer, Sapele Division, received a distress call from one Precious Itorho and Believe Odorkor against the said Sunday Okeke.
“Their disagreement over an undisclosed business transaction led to a feud, and the DPO Sapele acted swiftly and invited all parties to the Division where statements were recorded. They were granted bail while investigation continued.”
The PPRO continued: “The Command wishes to reaffirm that it is in full compliance with the directive of the Federal Government, as conveyed by the Inspector-General of Police, IGP Kayode Egbetokun, PhD, NPM, directing the nationwide withdrawal and redeployment of officers from personal VIP attachments to core policing duties.
“Implementation has been carried out in a structured and professional manner to ensure that public safety is not compromised.
“The Delta State Command reaffirms its commitment to the safety and security of all citizens and continues to implement government policies with professionalism, discipline, and transparency.
“Members of the press are urged to verify information from the command through the office of the Police Public Relations Officer before publication.”
