Delta Police Uphold Demotion Of 2 Officers Found Guilty of Extortion
The Police of Commissioner in Delta State, CP Yemi Oyeniyi, has upheld the findings of the orderly room trial of Inspector Augustine Jeremiah and Corporal Miracle Ehirim of C Division Asaba, who were captured in a viral video receiving money from a motorist through a Point-of-Sale terminal within the station of 13th January 2026.
The officers were found guilty of disobedience of lawful order, extortion and discreditable conduct, contrary to the provisions of the police Act 2020.
CP Yemi Oyeniyi upheld their punishment of reduction in rank, with inspector Augustine Jeremiah demoted to Sergeant and Corporal Miracle Ehirim reduced to constable.
The Police commissioner urged officers and men of the command to uphold the highest standards of professionalism, integrity and respect for the rights of citizens.
He noted that the disciplinary actions should serve as a deterrent and reaffirmed the command's commitment to discipline, accountability and public trust.