Commissioner of Police Bans POS Operators From Police Premises
Commissioner of Police Bans POS Operators From Police Premises
The Commissioner of Police, Abia State Command, Danladi Isa, has banned Point-of-Sale (POS) operators from all police premises across the state.
CP Isa announced the ban during the Command’s monthly strategic conference held at the Command Headquarters in Umuahia.
He cited concerns over potential misuse and the need to maintain professional boundaries within the law enforcement environment.
“POS activities have no place within police facilities,” he declared, emphasizing the importance of preserving the integrity of police operations.
The high-level meeting brought together Area Commanders, Divisional Police Officers (DPOs), Tactical Unit Commanders, and Departmental Heads.
The forum served as a platform to review internal processes, enhance operational effectiveness, and promote a policing culture anchored in discipline, transparency, and community collaboration.
The conference featured expert-led sessions, including medical and safety guidelines by ACP Emenike Chinenye, operational ethics and rules of engagement by ACP Alabi Adebowale, and a presentation on strategic public relations and capacity building by the Command’s spokesperson, DSP Maureen Chioma Chinaka.
In his keynote address, CP Danladi commended officers for their ongoing service but issued a strong reminder that higher ranks demand higher responsibility.
“To whom much is given, much is expected,” CP Danladi told the gathering. “Our professional conduct must reflect the public trust bestowed upon us. There will be no tolerance for corruption or unprofessional conduct.”
In a firm message of accountability, the Commissioner warned that senior officers would be held vicariously liable for the misconduct of their subordinates.
“Every leader within the Command must ensure robust supervision and uphold the core values of the Force,” he said.
The police boss therefore urged the officers to secure their bases, protect government infrastructure and work in synergy with the Mayors of Local Governments and the public for effective crime fighting.
“We must work hand-in-hand with community stakeholders. Policing is most effective when we build trust and cooperation with the people we serve,” he added.
He also emphasized that suspects must not be detained beyond 24 hours for bailable offences and sick suspects must receive prompt medical attention.
The prohibition of POS operations within police facilities is a critical move toward curbing unethical practices and strengthening institutional discipline.
Coupled with clear directives on leadership responsibility, suspect treatment, and community collaboration, the Abia State Police Command is setting a tone for reform-minded policing.
In a national context where police accountability and citizen trust remain pressing concerns, such leadership-driven initiatives are steps in the right direction.
The conference ended with a moment of pride for the Command as DSP Maureen Chioma Chinaka, the Public Relations Officer, was officially recognized for receiving an award from the Inspector General of Police.
She was also celebrated for her recent completion of an advanced short course on New Media Capacity Building in China, an initiative aimed at strengthening police communication in the digital age.
