In an efforts to tackle undetectable conducts in police stations across the country, the Inspector-General of Police, Tunji Disu, has ordered restriction stopping POS operators from operating within 200 metres of police stations and other police formations across Nigeria.
The directive was contained in an internal police message circulated nationwide, with authorities ordering immediate enforcement. Senior officers were warned that violations within their jurisdictions could attract disciplinary consequences.
The communication stated that the development was affecting ongoing reform efforts aimed at improving transparency, accountability and public trust in the Force. Police authorities also said they observed with “utmost dismay” the increasing presence of POS operators near formations, alongside allegations that some were being used as channels for corrupt dealings.
The Force Headquarters directed that no POS operator should be allowed to operate within a 200-metre radius of any police station, divisional headquarters or police formation nationwide.
The order further warned that Assistant Inspectors-General of Police, Commissioners of Police and heads of formations would be held “vicariously liable” for any breach recorded in their areas.
