Zone 7 Police Niger State orders probe into alleged cybercrime, extortion by personnel
News Zone 7 Police Niger State orders probe into alleged cybercrime, extortion by personnel Published on April 16, 2026 By Priscilla Dennis googletag.cmd.push(function() { googletag.display('div-gpt-ad-1500386953281-8'); }); Following allegations of extortion circulating on social media, the Zone 7 Police Headquarters, Abuja, under the leadership of the Assistant Inspector-General of Police, AIG, has responded to claims involving personnel of its Cybercrime Section and ordered an immediate investigation into the matter. In a statement issued by ASP Mohammed Halima, PPRO, for the AIG, Zone 7 Headquarters, Abuja, the Command emphasized that, beyond its core policing responsibilities, it serves as the administrative and supervisory authority over the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Police Command and the Niger State Police Command. ASP Mohammed explained that the Zone maintains strict oversight to ensure discipline, professionalism, and compliance with established laws among its personnel. googletag.cmd.push(function() { googletag.display('div-gpt-ad-1524595905268-5'); }); While no formal complaint was received prior to the emergence of the social media report, she stated that the AIG has nonetheless directed a comprehensive investigation to ascertain the facts and address any proven misconduct. ” The AIG remains resolute in his commitment to combating corruption and all forms of unprofessional conduct, in line with the reform agenda of the Inspector-General of Police,” the statement said. According to her, the Command will not condone any action that undermines public trust, and any officer found culpable will be dealt with decisively in accordance with the law The Command reaffirmed its commitment to tackling corruption and all forms of unprofessional conduct, in line with the reform agenda of the Inspector-General of Police, stressing that any officer found culpable will be dealt with decisively in accordance with the law. The statement urged members of the public to report incidents of police misconduct through appropriate and official channels for prompt action. Zone 7 Headquarters then reiterated its commitment to professionalism, accountability, and service to the public. Don't Miss Outrage in Ibadan as NSCDC officer denies candidate access to UTME centre [VIDEO] You may like Police dismantle suspected ‘spirits’ in Kano Police deploy officers to ensure security at JAMB CBT centres in Abia Police arraign 29 suspects over theft, attack on health center in Ogun Police deploy personnel to secure UTME centres in Lagos JAMB: Police assure of tight security for 2026 UTME in Taraba Police officer arrested over killing of fuel attendant in robbery