The Commissioner of Police in Enugu State, Mr Mamman Giwa, has warned police officers against degrading treatment of citizens, extortion and other forms of unprofessional conduct.

Giwa gave the warning on Wednesday during an emergency conference with senior officers at the Senior Police Officers’ Mess, Agbani Road, Enugu.

He also directed senior and supervisory officers to strengthen oversight of personnel and improve security management for political and election-related activities ahead of the 2027 General Elections.

The commissioner said the conference followed directives issued by the Inspector-General of Police, Mr Olatunji Disu, during a virtual strategic meeting with senior officers on October 20.

According to him, the I-G emphasised professionalism, compliance with the Nigeria Police Force’s social media policies, adapting policing to contemporary realities, respectful treatment of citizens, and effective management of political activities and election security.

“It is clear that officers cannot effectively discharge their policing responsibilities without treating citizens with respect and conducting their duties in accordance with extant laws and established professional standards,” Giwa said.

He charged senior officers to take responsibility for the conduct of personnel under their supervision, warning that any officer found engaging in misconduct would face the consequences.

The conference also featured a health talk on the Ebola virus, focusing on its symptoms and preventive measures.

Those in attendance included Deputy and Assistant Commissioners of Police, Area Commanders, Divisional Police Officers, heads of formations, tactical and operational units, and heads of various sections of the Enugu State Police Command.

The Enugu State Commissioner of Police, CP Mamman Bitrus Giwa, has ordered a thorough investigation into the death of Nnaji Izuchukwu, who sustained gunshot injuries during a police operation at Bull Hotel, Asata, Enugu.

The directive followed an intelligence-led raid by operatives of the Anti-Cultism Section of the Violent Crime Response Unit (VCRU), during which 10 suspects were arrested.

Enugu CP, Mamman Bitrus Giwa

In a statement issued on Friday, October 23, 2026, the command’s Public Relations Officer, SP Daniel Ndukwe, said the commissioner had directed the Assistant Commissioner of Police in charge of the State Intelligence Department (SID) to establish the circumstances surrounding the incident.

The investigation is expected to determine whether the operation, particularly the use of firearms, complied with established police operational standards and applicable laws.

According to the police, the operation was carried out based on what the command described as credible intelligence concerning criminal activities at the hotel.

The statement identified one of the suspects as Nworie Chidera Kelvin, popularly known as “Akidi,” whom the police alleged was a notorious drug dealer and member of the Vikings Confraternity.

The command further alleged that Akidi had been linked to several cases involving unlawful possession of firearms and cult-related activities, including a case in which he was reportedly charged in absentia. He was also suspected of keeping firearms and other criminal items for the gang.

The police said the operation resulted in the arrest of Akidi and nine other suspects, both male and female, aged between 17 and 28.

Items allegedly recovered from the scene included quantities of dried weeds suspected to be cannabis, popularly known as “loud,” a weighing scale suspected to have been used for measuring illicit drugs, and ₦43,400 in various denominations.

The statement said that during the operation, Izuchukwu and another suspect allegedly jumped through a window in an attempt to escape.

It added that an operative pursuing the two men was reportedly confronted by them, with both suspects allegedly attempting to disarm the officer.

The ensuing struggle allegedly led to the officer’s firearm discharging, hitting Izuchukwu and leaving him with gunshot injuries, while the other suspect escaped.

Izuchukwu was subsequently rushed to a hospital, where he was confirmed dead. His remains have been deposited in a mortuary for preservation and autopsy, according to the police.

Reacting to the incident, CP Giwa appealed to the deceased’s family, associates and other concerned persons to remain calm, assuring them that the investigation would establish the facts surrounding his death.

He also pledged that any police officer found culpable would face appropriate disciplinary action.

The commissioner reaffirmed the command’s commitment to professionalism, ethical conduct and strict compliance with operational procedures, stressing that established rules governing the use of firearms must be observed during police operations.

French President Emmanuel Macron has postponed his planned state visit to Nigeria until early 2027 following an agreement with President Bola Tinubu.

The visit, initially scheduled for October 29 to November 6, 2026, was deferred by both leaders, according to information on the trip obtained by Nairametrics.

A French presidential source also confirmed on Friday that Macron had postponed his planned visits to Nigeria and Senegal.

The source did not explicitly state the reasons for the postponement but described the trip as involving a “diplomatic and cooperation agenda”.

The specific reasons for the change in schedule have not been officially disclosed, while new dates for the visit are yet to be announced.

Macron’s visit was expected to strengthen bilateral relations between France and Nigeria, with discussions anticipated to focus on trade, investment, economic cooperation and other areas of mutual interest.

The postponement comes amid unrest in France, where demonstrations reportedly triggered by staff shortages and poor facilities in schools have spread across the country. The protests have also drawn attention to concerns over the rising cost of living.

However, the French presidential source did not explicitly link the unrest to the decision to postpone the visits.

Macron’s planned trip would have followed Tinubu’s three-day state visit to France in November 2024, during which the two leaders discussed finance, energy transition, solid minerals, trade, investment and communications.

At the time, presidential spokesperson Bayo Onanuga said Tinubu’s visit was aimed at “strengthening political, economic, and cultural relations and establishing more opportunities for partnership”.

Since assuming office in May 2023, Tinubu has visited France several times for official engagements, working visits and private trips.

Macron, whose second and final presidential term is due to end in May 2027, has maintained diplomatic relations with Tinubu since the Nigerian leader took office.

The rescheduled visit is expected to provide another opportunity for both countries to deepen cooperation, although the new dates and agenda remain unconfirmed.