However, sources allege that the DPO deliberately failed to act, allegedly due to a weekly monetary commission paid to him by the officer involved.
An inspector of police serving at the Communications Unit of the Enugu State Police Command, identified as Inspector Chinyere Ayogu Adams, has been accused of unlawfully converting government-owned police facilities at the Uwani Police Barracks into a private prayer and deliverance centre.
According to insider police sources, the officer allegedly connived with the management of Uwani Police Station to repurpose two police structures within the barracks for regular prayer sessions, popularly described as “deliverance” activities.
The development has reportedly generated widespread complaints from residents of the police quarters, who say the activities have become a source of persistent noise and disturbance, especially during periods meant for rest.
Residents of the barracks told SaharaReporters that repeated complaints were made to the Divisional Police Officer (DPO) of Uwani Police Station over the disruptive nature of the activities.
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However, sources allege that the DPO deliberately failed to act, allegedly due to a weekly monetary commission paid to him by the officer involved.
The police inspector, who is said to refer to herself as a prophetess with the alias “Iron Breaker,” is accused of devoting most of her time to organising and conducting prayer sessions within the barracks, rather than attending to her official police duties.
Sources within the command described her conduct as “unbecoming of a serving police officer” and a violation of established police regulations governing the use of government property and maintenance of public order.
The activities, insiders say, have not only disrupted the peace of officers and their families residing in the barracks but have also raised concerns about the conversion of public facilities for personal religious and financial gain.
Calls for intervention have been directed at the police hierarchy, with concerned officers and residents urging the Enugu State Police Command and higher authorities to investigate the allegations and take immediate action to stop what they describe as unlawful and unprofessional conduct.
Efforts by SaharaReporters to speak with Insp. Chinyere Ayogu Adams were unsuccessful, as she did not respond to calls or messages as of the time of filing this report.
Similarly, the Enugu State Police Public Relations Officer, SP Daniel Ndukwe, could not be reached for comments, as calls placed to his phone also went unanswered.
The Nigeria Police Force has strict rules governing the use of its facilities and the conduct of its officers, particularly within barracks environments.
Observers say failure to address the allegations could further erode discipline and public confidence in the force.