“The Nigeria Police
Force, following public outcry on alleged illegal and illicit transactions
through point-of-sale (POS) machine operators and connivance with certain
police operatives, hereby reiterates the ban on the utilization of POS machines
and other electronic mobile money transaction devices within police stations
and other police facilities nationwide,” the statement reads.
“The ban is aimed at preserving the integrity and security
of police operations, forestalling perceived corrupt practices, as well as
clearing the Commands/Formations of possible criminal intrusion under such
guise, and maintaining discipline within the Force.”
Adejobi said attempts to flout the directive would “attract
severe sanctions on the leadership of the affected commands and formations”.
He added that all police officers must adhere to the ban,
noting that “any police officer or POS operator found contravening this order,
or conniving to conduct illicit financial transactions will face appropriate
disciplinary”.
“Despite previous directives, it has come to the attention
of the Force leadership that some Commands and Formations continue to flout
this regulation,” he said.
“The IGP notes that the use of electronic payment devices
within police facilities poses significant risks, including the potential
compromise of sensitive information, financial irregularities, and the
facilitation of illicit activities, therefore, strict adherence to this
directive is non-negotiable.
“The IGP urges all officers and personnel to comply with
this directive without exception, and warns that any police officer or POS
operator found contravening this order, or conniving to conduct illicit
financial transactions will face appropriate disciplinary and criminal action
in accordance with the extant laws and regulations, and the Command/Formation
leadership will equally be held responsible.”
