By Emmanuel Udom
The Delta State Police Command has dismissed as false and misleading an online report alleging that it violated a presidential directive on the withdrawal of police personnel from VIP protection duties.
In a statement issued in Asaba, the Police Public Relations Officer of the Command, SP Bright Edafe, said the report published by Sahara Reporters was unfounded and based on unverified social media claims.
According to Edafe, the allegation that police officers remained attached to a resident identified as Sunny Nwakaego in Sapele, contrary to directives from the Presidency, is incorrect.
“The Command categorically states that the report is false, unfounded and misleading. The Delta State Police Command does not have any personnel attached to the said individual as published,” he said.
The police spokesperson explained that the narrative may have arisen from a misunderstanding of a routine police response to a complaint handled by the Sapele Division.
He disclosed that on December 12, 2025, the Divisional Police Officer (DPO) of Sapele received a distress call from Precious Itorho and Believe Odorkor against one Sunday Okeke over a disagreement linked to an undisclosed business transaction.
“The disagreement led to a feud, and the DPO acted swiftly by inviting all parties to the station. Statements were recorded, and the parties were granted bail while investigations continued,” Edafe stated.
He stressed that the intervention was part of standard policing procedures and had no connection with VIP security attachments.
Reaffirming the Command’s position, Edafe said the Delta State Police are in full compliance with the Federal Government’s directive, as conveyed by the Inspector-General of Police, IGP Kayode Egbetokun, on the nationwide withdrawal and redeployment of officers from personal VIP duties to core policing responsibilities.
“The implementation has been carried out in a structured and professional manner to ensure that public safety is not compromised,” he said.
The Command reiterated its commitment to the safety and security of residents in the state and urged media organisations to verify information through the office of the Police Public Relations Officer before publication.
