Police hunt officer in Anambra accused of N800,000 extortion
The police command in Anambra State has launched a manhunt for a yet-to-be-identified officer who allegedly extorted the sum of N810, 000 from one of its victims.
The command Public Relations Officer, SP Tochukwu Ikenga, confirmed the incident in a statement on Tuesday.
According to Mr Ikenga, the command is aware of the information on X of an alleged extortion of N810,000 by a yet-to-be-identified officer of the command.
He said, “We have initiated steps to identify the alleged officer; information about the incident has been escalated to the area commander, Onitsha, for necessary actions. The command also wishes to invite the victim to its headquarters in Awka to get information that will help in facilitating the necessary procedures involved in the process.’’
(NAN)
We have recently deactivated our website's comment provider in favour of other channels of distribution and commentary. We encourage you to join the conversation on our stories via our Facebook, Twitter and other social media pages.
More from Peoples Gazette
Politics
Katsina youths pledge to deliver over 2 million votes to Atiku
“Katsina State is Atiku’s political base because it is his second home.”
States
Kogi First Lady mulls rehabilitation centre for drug addicts
“It will be wrong if we just sit and watch our youths being destroyed by illicit drugs.’’
Economy
Chartered directors’ institute advises FG on retaining multinationals, attracting foreign investments
Mr Alimi said that the exodus of multinationals from Nigeria raised concerns about the country’s business climate.
States
Suspect linked to explosion near Hotel Presidential in detention: Rivers Government
“The suspect suffered severe injuries from the explosion.’’
NationWide
Anglican women conference tasks FG on policy review to tackle hardship
The conference expressed dissatisfaction with the government’s attitude towards the plight of the poor masses.
States
Travel agent jailed 18 months for N4.2 million U.S., Dubai visa fraud
The convict was arrested on June 16 at his house after the complainants got his address from his friend.
NationWide
Group urges FG to reintroduce hand washing to fight cholera
“In most of our schools and public places, we need to engage in hand-washing campaigns.’’
