The Commissioner of Police, Bayelsa State Command, CP Ajao Saka Adewale, on Sunday, August 23, 2026, embarked on an unannounced inspection of police divisions across the state to strengthen discipline, professionalism and operational effectiveness.
The divisions visited include Ekeki, Azikoro, Akenfa and Igbogene divisions, which is strategically located along the East-West Road, Bayelsa-Delta axis.
During the visits, the CP inspected the general state of the facilities, detention areas, offices, operational arrangements and sanitary conditions of the formations.
He also interacted with officers and men, listened to their concerns and assessed their preparedness for effective policing.
He expressed displeasure over poorly maintained facilities, stressing that clean and habitable police stations are essential to the dignity, discipline and efficiency of the Force.
Ajao warned against unlawful detention, arbitrary arrest and any form of abuse of the rights of suspects or members of the public, directing officers to strictly adhere to the law and established police procedures.
He emphasised that while the command remains committed to decisive action against crime and criminality, such actions must be carried out within the ambit of the law, with respect for human dignity and fundamental rights.
The commissioner said the surprise visits would be sustained across other formations in the state, noting that effective leadership requires direct engagement, inspection and accountability at the operational level.
He also charged Divisional Police Officers to ensure proper sanitation of their facilities.
