The Delta State Police Command has demoted an inspector and a corporal after they were found guilty of extorting a motorist through a Point-of-Sale (PoS) terminal inside a police station.

The state Police Public Relations Officer, Bright Edafe, said the disciplinary action reinforces the Nigeria Police Force’s renewed crackdown on corruption and professional misconduct.

According to him, the sanctions followed the conclusion of an orderly room trial into the conduct of Inspector Augustine Jeremiah and Corporal Miracle Ehirim, both attached to the ‘C’ Division, Asaba.

He revealed that the officers were captured in a viral video on January 13, 2026, receiving money from a motorist through a PoS terminal within the police station, sparking widespread public outrage and condemnation.

“The Commissioner of Police in Delta State, Yemi Oyeniyi, upheld the findings of the disciplinary panel, which found both officers guilty of Disobedience to Lawful Order, Extortion and Discreditable Conduct, contrary to the provisions of the Police Act, 2020 (Laws of the Federation of Nigeria),” he said.

As part of the sanctions, Inspector Augustine Jeremiah was reduced in rank to sergeant, while Corporal Miracle Ehirim was demoted to the rank of constable.

Reaffirming the Nigeria Police Force’s commitment to accountability and ethical policing, Oyeniyi said the disciplinary measures align with the Inspector-General of Police, IGP Olatunji Rilwan Disu’s zero-tolerance policy on extortion, corruption and other forms of professional misconduct.

The commissioner emphasised that the Inspector-General had expressly prohibited the use of Point-of-Sale terminals and other electronic payment platforms within police stations, divisions and other police formations nationwide.

He warned that no police officer is authorised to demand, solicit or receive money from members of the public under any guise, whether in cash or electronically.

According to him, any officer found violating the directive will face strict disciplinary measures in accordance with the Police Act and existing service regulations.

Oyeniyi urged officers and men of the Delta State Command to uphold the highest standards of professionalism, integrity, discipline and respect for the rights of citizens in the discharge of their duties.

He noted that the punishment meted out to the two officers should serve as a strong deterrent to others, while reaffirming the command’s commitment to transparency, discipline and rebuilding public confidence in policing.

The commissioner also encouraged residents of Delta State and the public to continue reporting incidents of police misconduct.

Through the command’s Complaint Response Unit, assuring them that every complaint would receive prompt attention and appropriate action.