Rivers DPO, another officer in trouble after cultist renovated police station (Video)

The Divisional Police Officer (DPO) of the Abuloma Police Division in Rivers State, as well as another senior officer, have faced disciplinary action following a viral video that showed suspected cultists visiting the facility to celebrate the completion of a renovation they carried out under their watch.

The incident came to light on Thursday, October 15, 2026, when the video surfaced, showing cultists posing as students and chanting slogans before celebrating the renovation. The police station was renovated by the alleged cultists on the same day and visited by the individuals to mark the completion of the project.

Rivers State Commissioner of Police, Olugbenga Adepoju, addressed the situation in a statement released on Friday, detailing the consequences faced by the officers involved. The statement emphasized that the command condemned any action or association that could compromise the integrity, discipline, and professional standards of the Nigeria Police Force or bestow legitimacy upon suspected cult groups or other unlawful organizations.

The Divisional Police Officer in charge of the Abuloma Division and the Divisional Officer overseeing the affected police outpost were removed from their duties pending further investigation. The Commissioner of Police has ordered a full investigation into the incident, examining the circumstances surrounding the renovation, the veracity of the allegations, and the identities of those who financed or facilitated the renovation.

The investigation will also look into whether the renovation was authorized and if due procedures were followed.

Section 26(1)(d) of the Nigeria Police Act 2020 permits gifts and contributions to the Police General Fund, but such support must not undermine police independence, professional standards, or security. The statement reiterated that the command would not tolerate unprofessional conduct, compromises, or improper associations with criminal elements by any police officer, promising appropriate disciplinary and legal action against those found culpable.