Rivers Police Suspend DPO Over Cultists' Outpost Renovation

The Rivers State Police Command has suspended the Divisional Police Officer (DPO) in charge of the Abuloma Division following allegations that suspected cultists renovated a police outpost in the area. The Commissioner of Police, Olugbenga Adepoju, has mandated a comprehensive investigation into the incident.

The Command also relieved the divisional officer overseeing the affected outpost, pending the investigation's outcome. A statement from the Police Public Relations Officer, ASP Agabe Blessing Kaborlo, noted that the Command is aware of a trending social media report alleging that suspected cultists renovated the Abuloma Police Outpost and celebrated its completion on October 15.

The Command condemned any actions that could undermine the integrity of the Nigeria Police Force and emphasized that police facilities should not serve as platforms for criminal groups. The investigation will seek to identify those who financed the renovation, the officers who authorized it, and whether proper procedures were followed.

The Command reiterated its zero-tolerance policy towards cultism and unprofessional conduct among its personnel.