The Nigeria Police Force has stated that a N100 million transfer made to the personal bank account of Victor Egbetokun, son of outgoing Inspector-General of Police Kayode Egbetokun, was an error and has since been refunded.
The clarification followed an online report alleging that Victor Egbetokun received N100 million from the Anambra State Government’s security vote account. The report triggered public scrutiny and raised questions about the source and purpose of the funds.
In a response, the police authorities said the transaction was not an authorized payment to the Inspector-General’s son. According to the force, the transfer was made mistakenly and was promptly reversed after the error was identified.
The police maintained that neither the outgoing IGP nor his son had any involvement in the alleged diversion of public funds. Officials emphasized that the money was returned in full once the issue came to light.
The controversy began circulating on social media, where claims suggested that the funds originated from Anambra State’s security vote allocation. Security votes are discretionary funds set aside by state governments for security-related expenses.
The online report implied that the transfer may have been linked to official dealings. However, the police described the allegation as misleading and clarified that there was no contractual or official arrangement between the Nigeria Police Force and Victor Egbetokun that would warrant such a payment.
No official statement has been issued by the Anambra State Government specifically addressing the alleged transaction as of the time of this report. It also remains unclear how the purported error occurred or which institution initiated the transfer.
Police sources said internal checks confirmed that the funds were returned to the originating account. The force did not disclose the timeline between the transfer and the refund.
The development comes amid heightened public sensitivity over the management of security funds and the accountability of public office holders. Allegations involving large financial transfers often generate intense public interest, particularly when linked to senior government officials.
Outgoing IGP Kayode Egbetokun has not personally commented on the matter. The police statement serves as the official position of the institution regarding the claim.
Observers note that financial institutions typically maintain transaction records that can clarify the origin and destination of disputed transfers. It is not yet known whether any independent verification will be conducted to review the circumstances surrounding the transaction.
The Nigeria Police Force reiterated its commitment to transparency and accountability. It urged the public to disregard what it described as unverified or misleading reports circulating online.
As of now, no formal investigation has been publicly announced by anti-corruption agencies in connection with the alleged transfer. The matter remains subject to public attention as stakeholders await further clarification from relevant authorities.
