Delta CP Begins Familiarisation Tour, Visits Asagba of Asaba, Warns Against Human Rights Violations
By Naomi Onome
The Commissioner of Police, Delta State Command, CP Samuel Etaifo Erale, has commenced a familiarisation tour of police formations and engagements with key stakeholders, reaffirming his commitment to human rights protection, intelligence-led policing and professional conduct among officers.
The tour, which followed his assumption of duty as the 25th Commissioner of Police in Delta State, included a courtesy visit to the Asagba of Asaba, His Royal Majesty, Obi (Prof.) Epiphany Chigbogu Azinge, SAN, OON, and an inspection visit to the Asaba Area Command.
During his visit to the traditional ruler, the police commissioner discussed security concerns, including cultism, drug abuse and land disputes, emphasising the need for collaboration between the police, traditional institutions and residents to address criminal activities and maintain peace.
CP Erale also visited the Asaba Area Command, where he interacted with officers and men, stressing the importance of discipline, accountability and adherence to professional policing standards in the discharge of their duties.
The commissioner underscored the critical role of credible and timely information in intelligence gathering and crime prevention, urging residents to report suspicious activities to the police to help prevent crime and strengthen security across the state.
He assured members of the public that information received would be properly assessed and acted upon, while warning against deliberately providing false or malicious information intended to implicate innocent persons.
According to him, individuals who engage in such acts risk prosecution, as the deliberate circulation of false information can undermine investigations and jeopardise the rights of innocent citizens.
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The police commissioner also expressed concern over the growing problem of drug abuse among young people, describing it as a threat to the nation’s future workforce.
He called for collective action involving families, community leaders, traditional institutions, security agencies and other stakeholders to tackle the menace and protect young people from the dangers associated with substance abuse.
On human rights, CP Erale reaffirmed that no police officer, regardless of rank, has the authority to violate the fundamental rights of any citizen. He equally stressed that police personnel are entitled to the protection of their lawful rights.
He urged residents to avoid taking the law into their own hands, warning against jungle justice and other unlawful actions capable of resulting in the violation of citizens’ rights.
The commissioner further cautioned vigilante groups against operating illegal detention facilities, directing that all arrested suspects must be handed over promptly to the nearest police station for appropriate investigation and lawful action.
He charged officers and men of the Delta State Police Command to prioritise intelligence-led policing, discipline, accountability and respect for human dignity, stressing that these principles remain essential to effective law enforcement and public confidence in the police.
CP Erale assured residents of the command’s commitment to protecting lives and property, safeguarding fundamental human rights and providing professional, responsive and people-oriented policing throughout Delta State.
The statement was issued on Tuesday, October 13, 2026, by the Police Public Relations Officer, Delta State Command, SP Bright Edafe, ANIPR, FCIA, FIPMD, in Asaba.
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