….honour officer who rejected $17,000 bribe
The Bayelsa State Police Command has apprehended several members of the gang behind the abduction of Justice Ebiyerin Umukoro of the Bayelsa State High Court, while efforts are ongoing to track down the gang leader, who remains at large.
Justice Umukoro was abducted on June 21 in Yenagoa and held captive for 12 days before being rescued through a coordinated operation by security agencies in the state.
Governor Douye Diri announced the arrests during the State Executive Council meeting at the Government House in Yenagoa.
He also used the occasion to honour Superintendent of Police Sentome Obi, who rejected a $17,000 bribe offered by a suspect involved in an organ harvesting case.
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In a statement by his Chief Press Secretary, Daniel Alabrah, Governor Diri said, “All those who committed the crime were apprehended except one who is still on the run. Bayelsa State has zero tolerance for crime and criminality.”
The governor reiterated his administration’s commitment to strengthening security in the state through technological advancements, including the deployment of drones and installation of CCTV cameras across Yenagoa.
He praised SP Obi for his gallantry, integrity, and service to the state, recommending him for promotion and rewarding him with a three-bedroom flat and a car.
“At a time when the Nigerian Police is grappling with image challenges, Bayelsa has produced an officer with honour and integrity. SP Obi not only made the state proud, but also uplifted the image of the Nigerian Police Force,” Diri said.
Bayelsa Police Commissioner, Mr. Francis Idu, congratulated SP Obi and urged the government to continue investing in security to ensure the safety of lives and property in the state.
