Police Officer Faces Dismissal Over N4m Extortion; AIG  Ochalla Recovers Money

By Adesina Soyooye

The Force Criminal Investigation Department (FCID) Annex, Alagbon, Lagos, has announced the recovery of the sum of Four Million Naira extorted from an innocent citizen whose rights, as a human being, was abused before the extortion.

The FCID Annex, Lagos, under the command of Assistant Inspector General of Police, AIG Margaret Ochalla, acted on receipt of a petition which alleged extortion to the tune of four million Naira, and human rights abuse on the part of  an officer identified as Police Inspector Kalu.

On receipt of the petition, AIG Ochalla, directed the Commissioner of Police, X-Squad to investigate the matter urgently.

In the process of the investigation, the money was recovered from the suspect who is presently going through Orderly Room trial, and likely to face dismissal and prosecution.

According to a  statement signed by ASP Mayegun Aminat, the Police Public Relations Officer on behalf of the AIG, the money has been returned to the owner.

Following, the full text of the statement dated August 18, 2025.

“The attention of the Force Criminal Investigation Department (FCID) Annex, Alagbon, Lagos, has been drawn to a recent tweet alleging extortion and human rights violations by its personnel, specifically naming Inspector Kalu.

“Upon receiving the petition, the Assistant Inspector-General of Police (AIG), FCID Annex, promptly directed the CP X-Squad to investigate the matter. Following the investigation, both the officer and the POS agent were apprehended.

“During interrogation, the officer admitted that a report had earlier been lodged against the petitioner by concerned citizens for allegedly terrorizing the community. Upon his arrest, the petitioner further confessed to his involvement in identity theft, providing supporting evidence. He was thereafter released on bail with instructions to return on the following Monday for continuation of the investigation.

“In her statement, the POS agent confessed that the complainant had visited her stand to request the sum of ₦4 million in cash, which she provided. Subsequently, the complainant returned and left the money with her without any further explanation.

“In line with its commitment to professionalism, transparency, and fair justice delivery, the AIG FCID Annex, Lagos, AIG Margaret Ochalla, ensured the full recovery of the fund,  which has since been received by the petitioner.  Meanwhile, Inspector Kalu is currently undergoing an Orderly Room Trial.

The AIG FCID Annex, Lagos, wishes to reassure the public of its zero tolerance for corruption and unprofessional conduct. Members of the public are encouraged to report any form of misconduct through the appropriate complaint channels, as the Nigeria Police Force remains committed to accountability and quality service delivery.”