Police Invite Complainant Over Alleged N40,000 Extortion in Abuja
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Editorial Desk • Aug 26, 2026 • 2 min read
The FCT Police Command has invited a complainant who alleged that some police personnel extorted N40,000 from him to make an official statement.
The Police Public Relations Officer in the FCT, SP Josephine Adeh, disclosed this in a statement on Tuesday in Abuja.
Adeh said the invitation followed a viral social media video alleging that police officers extorted an FCT resident of N40,000.
She said the incident reportedly occurred along the Wuye-Utako Road, near Salem Church, Abuja.
According to her, the officers captured in the video have been identified and detained pending investigation.
“The command invites the complainant to tender a statement regarding the incident to aid disciplinary action,” Adeh said.
She urged the complainant to contact the command through its Public Relations Officer on 07038979348 or 08180382808.
Adeh said the command would not tolerate extortion, abuse of authority, misconduct or other forms of unprofessional conduct by its personnel.
She added that any officer found culpable after investigation would face appropriate disciplinary and legal action in line with extant laws and regulations.
The police spokesperson urged members of the public to report cases of police misconduct and provide relevant information to assist investigations.
She reaffirmed the command’s commitment to accountability, professionalism and respect for the rights of residents of the FCT.
