In compliance with the Inspector General of Police IGP Kayode Egbetokun’s directive mandating all State Commissioners of Police to establish a complaint Response Unit (CRU) in all state Commands, the Delta State Police Commissioner, CP Abaniwonda Olufemi has established a Complaints Response Unit (CRU) at the Command headquarters, a department that will work directly under the supervision of the Police Public Relation Officer of the command to checkmate the excesses and unprofessional conducts of the police officers operating in Delta State.
According to a press release on Tuesday, 20th February 2024 signed by the Delta State Police Public Relations Officer, DSP. Edafe Bright said that the CP who understands the need to maintain the highest standards of professionalism in the organization, seeks to rectify any excesses or inappropriate behavior demonstrated by the police officers and men of the command.
“On this note, the public can channel all complaints and relevant information on police actions either by visiting the CRU office at the Command Headquarters or by contacting any of the following phone numbers: 09155570008 | 09011112311 | 09064308018 | 09066575187; or via the social media handle: (X – Delta_PoliceCRU; FACEBOOK – DeltaNG CRU INSTAGRAM: @Delta_PoliceCRU); and the official email – deltapolicecru@gmail.com, DSP. Edafe said.
He said further, “Summarily, CP Abaniwonda Olufemi while reaffirming his zero tolerance to the abuse of authorities, added that the IGP has shown an unwavering zeal to fight corruption and unprofessionalism, hence he will not hesitate to promptly sanction any erring officer.
“He further encourages the public to assist in the efficient execution of curbing misconduct, excesses, and unprofessionalism among police officers in the State, by collaborating closely with the Police Command Complaint Response Unit.
“He similarly stressed that the command is unwavering in its commitment to uphold an environment of transparency, accountability, and the protection of citizens’ rights in the discharge of duties, as this will further help build public trust and promote a positive working relationship between the police and the people.
