Delta police demote officers caught on tape receiving money extorted from a motorist

The Commissioner of Police, Delta State Command, CP Yemi Oyeniyi, has upheld the findings of the orderly room trial of Inspector Augustine Jeremiah and Corporal Miracle Ehirim of ‘C’ Division, Asaba, who were captured in a viral video receiving money from a motorist through a Point-of-Sale (POS) terminal within the station on 13 January 2026.

Delta State Police Commissioner, CP Yemi Oyeniyi, has demoted two officers caught in a viral video extorting a motorist using a Point-of-Sale (POS) terminal inside an Asaba police station.

An orderly room trial found Inspector Augustine Jeremiah and Corporal Miracle Ehirim of ‘C’ Division, Asaba, guilty of extortion, discreditable conduct, and disobedience to lawful orders under the Police Act 2020. Consequently, CP Oyeniyi demoted Jeremiah to the rank of Sergeant and Ehirim to Constable for the January 13, 2026 offence.

CP Oyeniyi reiterated that Inspector-General of Police, IGP Olatunji Rilwan Disu, strictly prohibits the use of POS terminals or electronic payment platforms within all police formations. He warned that no officer is authorized to demand or receive money from members of the public under any guise, adding that any officer found culpable will face appropriate disciplinary action.

The Commissioner urged officers and men of the Command to uphold the highest standards of professionalism, integrity and respect for the rights of citizens. He noted that the disciplinary action should serve as a deterrent and reaffirmed the Command’s commitment to discipline, accountability and public trust. He also encouraged members of the public to continue reporting cases of police misconduct through the Complaint Response Unit on 09155570008 and 09011112311.