The Police Integrity Movement has condemned civil rights activist Omoyele Sowore for what it described as his relentless and unwarranted attacks on Inspector General of Police, Kayode Egbetokun.
The group questioned Sowore’s motives, wondering why he has chosen to consistently criticise the police leadership at a time when the country is grappling with significant security concerns.
It argued instead of attacking the police, Nigerians should be rallying behind the authorities to find solutions to the nation’s security challenges.
According to the spokesperson of the group, Isaiah Ijele: “At a time of immense security concerns facing our country, the reasonable thing one expects from well-meaning Nigerians is to join hands with the Police authorities on the way out of the woods,” the group said. “On the contrary, Sowore has become a tool of destruction and to ridicule the Nigerian Police.”
It added under the current Inspector General of Police, significant strides have been made with over 150,000 officers promoted, and the police pension scheme has been digitalised.
It added insurance coverage has been provided for fallen officers, and awards have been instituted to encourage and recognize the best officers. These efforts demonstrate a commitment to the welfare and professionalism of the police force.
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