Abuja Police Officer Honoured for Rejecting N150 Million Bribe
Honesty Recognised: Businessman Rewards Officer’s Integrity
A businessman in Abuja, Nigeria, is commending a police officer for his remarkable honesty. Prince Chukwuemeka Okoye, the Managing Director/CEO of Vegas Homes Ltd, honoured Superintendent Police Ibrahim Sini with a gift of land in Abuja for refusing a whopping N150 million bribe.
Celebrating Moral Choice
Okoye threw a party to celebrate Sini’s decision to choose integrity and peace of mind over the tempting sum. He praised Sini for prioritising the same values Okoye holds dear: honesty and a good conscience.
“Superintendent Sini is a true inspiration,” Okoye said. “He shows us that the Nigerian Police Force has officers who stand by their morals. His actions not only make him and the Force look good but they also encourage others to fight corruption.”
Honesty as a Beacon of Hope
Okoye went on to say, ” Sini’s honesty is a beacon of hope. He proves that even in tough times, you can always do what’s right. This isn’t just about rewarding Sini, it’s about showing everyone that good, honest officers exist in the Nigerian Police Force. When we celebrate officers like Sini, we show them that their hard work is valued. They become role models for others.”
Temptation and Investigation
The Lagos-based businessman who offered the bribe, whose identity remains confidential, reportedly tried to influence an investigation involving his company and an international oil firm. The Inspector General of Police, through his lawyers, pressed charges against the defendant in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) High Court, in 2023. The charges claim the defendant gave a partial payment of 50 million naira to Sini’s investigation team.
Why Sini Refused the Bribe
At the party, Sini explained why he refused the bribe. “It was a chance to get rich,”he said, “but my integrity and peace of mind are worth more than any amount of money. The bribe was supposed to help him flee the country and get a good report out of me. But I told him, what good is money if it means I can’t sleep at night? Doing the right thing gave me peace of mind, not just for myself, but for the whole police force and our country.”
A Call to Honesty for Young Nigerians
Sini, the police officer honoured urged young Nigerians to always choose justice and honesty no matter what. “integrity is key” he emphasized. “You can face challenges and difficulties, but you can still be an honest person. Nigeria is our country, and it has the potential to be truly great, but only if we all work together honestly.”
