The Commissioner of Police, Akwa Ibom State command, CP Baba Mohammed Azare has ordered a thorough investigation into allegations against officers bordering on brutality, extortion and intimidation of students of the Akwa Ibom State Polytechnic, Ikot Osurua.

Recall that the students on Monday, March 17, 2025 took to the streets in protest of continuous police brutality.

The Commissioner In a bid to address their concerns, engaged the management of the school, Students’ Union Government (SUG) and other representatives in a peaceful dialogue.

The Command’s Public Relations Officer, DSP Timfon John in a statement on Tuesday said the CP while condemning any act of misconduct by the police officers said any personnel found culpable would face a disciplinary action.

The statement reaffirmed the Command’s uncompromising dedication to upholding human rights and ensuring the safety of all citizens, including students.

The statement read in parts, “Akwa Ibom State Command Commissioner, CP Baba Mohammed Azare, fsi, has ordered a comprehensive investigation into allegations of police brutality and extortion raised by students of Akwa Ibom State Polytechnic, Ikot Osurua.

“In a bid to address their concerns, the Commissioner of Police engaged the management of the school, Students’ Union Government (SUG) and other representatives in a peaceful dialogue aimed at fostering understanding and strengthening police-student relations.

“During the engagement, the Command reaffirmed its uncompromising dedication to upholding human rights and ensuring the safety of all citizens, including students. The CP strongly condemned any acts of misconduct by police officers, emphasizing that any personnel found guilty of unprofessional behaviour would face disciplinary measures in accordance with the law.

“In the same vein, the Command reassured students that proactive security measures were already in place to curb crime and enhance safety within the host community through intelligence-led operations.”

CP orders probe into alleged police brutality, extortion on Akwa Poly students