Police Officer Pictured At Gambling Shop In Ile Ife
A Police officer whose identity is yet to be ascertained has been spotted at a gambling shop in Ile Ife, Osun Defender reports.
The gambling shop where the police officer was spotted is called Golden Chance Lotto (Baba Ijebu).
Osun Defender observed the police officer at exactly 9:28am on Saturday at the gambling shop located in front of Urban Day Grammar School in Ife East Local Government of Osun State.
What the Law Says About Gambling
According to a former Commissioner of Police in Lagos State, Edgal Imohimi, it is wrong for any personnel of the force to engage in gambling activity while on duty.
He said any personnel caught engaging in gambling while on duty would face strict disciplinary actions which is not limited to a dismissal.
Gambling, including games like bingo, is a popular pastime for many, offering a mix of entertainment and the thrill of winning. However, for professionals such as police officers, participation in gambling activities during duty hours raises ethical and legal concerns. According to a former Commissioner of Police in Lagos State, Edgal Imohimi, police personnel are prohibited from engaging in gambling while on duty. Violations of this rule can lead to strict disciplinary actions, including potential dismissal.
For example, the gambling shop where the police officer was spotted is called Golden Chance Lotto (Baba Ijebu). Observers from Osun Defender reported that the officer was seen at 9:28 AM on Saturday at a gambling shop located in front of Urban Day Grammar School in Ife East Local Government of Osun State.
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