The Imo State Police Command has launched an official investigation following a viral video shared by anti-cultism advocacy group Naija Confra, which accused some police officers in Owerri of belonging to the Vikings confraternity — one of Nigeria’s most notorious cult groups.
The video, posted on social media Friday, allegedly showed uniformed officers wearing Vikings (DNKI) berets and caps while engaging in activities described as “openly disgracing the Nigerian Police Force.”
The footage, shared via Naija Confra’s official handle, quickly went viral, sparking outrage and calls for disciplinary action. The advocacy platform, which campaigns against cultism and promotes non-violence, claimed that the officers’ conduct reflects “deep infiltration of cultism into security agencies.”
“This is why we have always opposed cult involvement within the police and other forces,” the group wrote. “How can such officers arrest cultists when they are cultists themselves?”
The post provoked widespread debate across X (formerly Twitter) and Facebook, with users demanding swift accountability from the authorities. In response, the Imo State Police Command, in a statement dated October 17, 2025, described the incident as “an unacceptable display of unprofessionalism.”
The statement, signed by the Police Public Relations Officer, DSP Okoye Henry, said the Commissioner of Police, CP Aboki Danjuma, has ordered a full investigation into the matter.
“The Commissioner strongly condemns the conduct as unethical and unbecoming of police officers,” it read. “He assures the public that the matter is being handled with utmost seriousness, and upon conclusion of investigations, those found guilty will face disciplinary measures in line with police regulations.”
The command reaffirmed its commitment to maintaining professionalism and upholding public trust, adding that it remains “dedicated to providing effective policing and ensuring the safety of all residents in Imo State.”
