The Gulf Provincial Police Command (GPPC) is under intense scrutiny following a stern warning issued by National and Supreme Court judge, Justice Nicholas Miviri.
Addressing a large turnout at Malalaua Police Station this week, the judge summoned the Police Commander Southern and Gulf Provincial Police Commander to answer for rising complaints of police misconduct.
Judge Miviri’s message was unequivocal: any illegal behaviour by police officers must lead to immediate charges and suspension.
He stressed that the command must uphold the Constitution and maintain the highest standards of integrity in their service.
His comments followed numerous reports from local communities alleging serious police misconduct, including abuse of power and unethical behaviour during operations.
Judge Miviri, a native of Moveave in Malalaua, revealed that he had personally received multiple complaints from aggrieved residents, both written and verbal.
“The people of Malalaua have had enough,” he said, demanding that the Gulf police be held accountable for their actions.
In his speech, the judge did not stop at criticizing the police force, but also issued a damning rebuke to the Gulf Provincial Administration, accusing officials of gross misuse and theft of public funds.
“There is evidence of systematic abuse, and I will be working to bring the administration into line,” Miviri declared, further signalling that the corruption in the province extends beyond law enforcement.
Gulf PPC, Jeffrey Lemb, reinforced the message, issuing a strict ultimatum to all officers: any involvement in illegal activities would result in immediate suspension and legal consequences.
Judge Miviri plans to return on September 16th, Independence Day, to address the public directly, aiming to raise awareness on law and order in the district, and the province, but in the meantime, he urges Gulf Province to pursue swift action to restore accountability and trust in both the Gulf police and administration.