Nigeria Police Deny SARS Reinstatement

The Nigeria Police Force (NPF) has dismissed rumors suggesting the return of the disbanded Special Anti-Robbery Squad (SARS), emphasizing that the controversial unit remains dissolved.

In a statement released on Sunday, Force Public Relations Officer (FPRO), ACP Olumuyiwa Adejobi, reaffirmed that SARS, which was officially disbanded on October 11, 2020, has not been reinstated under any reformed structure.

“The Special Anti-Robbery Squad (SARS) is not back in operation. The recent information regarding SARS reformation and rules of engagement should be treated with caution,” The police FPRO stated.

The clarification comes amid speculation on social media that the police unit, SARS was set to return with new operational guidelines. However, the NPF has urged Nigerians to disregard such claims and verify any security-related updates through its official communication channels.

To prevent the spread of false information, the police advised citizens to follow their verified social media handles: @PoliceNG on X, @ngpolice on Facebook, and @nigeriapoliceforce on Instagram.

The statement further assured the public that the police remain committed to transparency, accountability, and ensuring the safety of all Nigerians.

Meanwhile, GWG.ng reports that In a renewed effort to eliminate ghost workers from its payroll, the Nigerian government has set a February 17, 2025, deadline for all federal civil servants to complete their identity verification.

The identity verification directive was issued through a memo from the Office of the Accountant-General of the Federation (OAGF), emphasizing the mandatory verification process via the Integrated Payroll and Personnel Information System (IPPIS).

Civil servants are required to provide their Tax Identification Number (TIN), IPPIS number, and salary account details as part of the identity verification exercise.
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