According to multiple Nigerian news outlets, the Rivers State Police Command has taken action against a Divisional Police Officer (DPO) in the Abuloma Division following a viral video showing suspected cultists renovating a police outpost. The incident, which took place on October 15, has sparked outrage and concern over the state of security in the area. The police command, in a statement, confirmed the suspension of the DPO, though it did not provide details about the reason for the action. According to Punch Newspapers, the DPO’s suspension follows a Facebook post by a user who identified the group as ‘Aro Bagger’ and claimed that the police station was unveiled as part of the group’s activities to mark its 2026 ‘Humanitarian Day celebration’. Premium Times Nigeria reported that the post showed the group of suspected cultists renovating the police station, with the post captioned ‘Our station is finally ready’. The Vanguard News also reported that the DPO and other serving officers of the post have been suspended for allowing the renovation to take place. The police command has not provided any details about the investigation into the incident or the timeline for the DPO’s return to duty. The suspension of the DPO raises questions about the security situation in the area and the level of collaboration between the police and suspected cult groups. The incident also highlights the importance of maintaining a strong and effective police presence in vulnerable communities, particularly in the lead-up to the festive season.
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