Police Begin Disciplinary Action Against Officer Who Threatened To Kill Anyone Filming Him
The Nigeria Police Force (NPF) has condemned the conduct of Assistant Superintendent of Police (ASP), Newton Isokpehi, who appeared in a viral video threatening to kill anyone who filmed him during an operation.
The Force said disciplinary action has commenced against the officer, according to a statement issued by police spokesperson Anthony Placid.
The statement followed public outrage from Nigerians who demanded disciplinary action over the viral video, which circulated widely on social media before it was deleted.
In the clip, Isokpehi was heard saying, “Any day I’m on duty with my rifle as an officer, let somebody video me. Let that Oga that gave you an order to video us, he’ll come and bury you.”
Isokpehi also alleged poor welfare and lack of accountability within the police.
He has since released an apology video, claiming his comments were made out of frustration.
Describing the conduct as “unacceptable, unprofessional, and inconsistent with the ethics, standards, and code of conduct of the Nigeria Police Force,” Placid said the officer has been identified and summoned to the Anambra State Police Command Headquarters for disciplinary proceedings.
“The Nigeria Police Force does not tolerate threats, intimidation, abuse of office, or any conduct capable of undermining public trust and confidence in law enforcement institutions,” he stated.
He added that the Inspector General of Police (IGP), Olatunji Disu, has consistently maintained that members of the public may lawfully record officers performing their duties, provided such recordings do not obstruct operations or compromise safety.
“The Force further reiterates that recording police activities remains a legitimate tool for public accountability and transparency and should not, in itself, attract harassment or intimidation from police personnel while discharging their duties,” the police spokesperson added.
The Force further stated that the outcome of the disciplinary process against the officer will be made public in due course as reforms continue to strengthen professionalism and accountability within the Nigeria Police Force.
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