Sequel to the allegations of extortion, harassment and unprofessional conduct made against operatives of the Joint Task Force (JTF) by the Concerned Citizens of Mbaise, the Commissioner of Police, Imo State Command and the top hierarchy of other security agencies in the state met with a delegation of the Mbaise Nation with a view to peacefully resolving the issues raised.
A release issued by the Spokesperson of the Imo State Police Command, SP Henry Okoye to that effect said, “the issues raised by the Concerned Citizens of Mbaise over extortion and unprofessional conduct on the Owerri-Umuahia Road by security operatives have been resolved peacefully.
According to him, a delegation of stakeholders from Mbaise was received by the Commissioner of Police CP Aboki Danjuma at the Command Headquarters on Tuesday, August, 5, 2025, where they held constructive and result-oriented engagement.
The meeting according to the Police Public Relations Officer was attended by “key stakeholders including PCRC Chairman Evangelist Dr. Bethran Uzodinma, Mr. Chiman Chukwuyere (rep. of National PCRC Chairman), Major J.A. David (rep. 34 Artillery Brigade Commander), ACs SID and X-Squad, Area Commanders of Mbaise/Ngor Okpala and Owerri, all DPOs in the Mbaise axis, Commanders of RRS and Search and Flush Unit, and the PPRO.
The group, led by Comrade Wisdom Anyanwu and Mr. Kennedy Onwunali, presented complaints of harassment and extortion by certain operatives of the Joint Task Force (JTF). In response, the Commissioner of Police expressed regret over the incidents, accepted responsibility for lapses in supervision, and firmly condemned the misconduct. He assured the group that decisive action has been taken to address their concerns and commended them for choosing dialogue over protest.
To prevent recurrence, the Command will enhance supervision in collaboration with other security agencies, scale up public engagement, and take disciplinary action where necessary. The CP also welcomed the group’s proposal for public awareness campaigns and encouraged continued collaboration. The group, in turn, agreed to suspend the planned protest and monitor the Command’s progress.
The Imo State Police Command remains steadfast in its commitment to professionalism and accountability. Citizens are encouraged to report any cases of extortion, misconduct, or harassment via the CRU/X-Squad hotlines at 08148024755, 0813 478 3532, 08033424051. Together, we can enhance the quality of police service delivery in Imo State.
