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transaction devices within police stations and other police facilities nationwide.<\/p>\n<p>A statement by Force Public Relations Officer, ACP Muyiwa Adejobi while making this known on Monday warned that violators will face sanctions at police commands and formations including the leadership at such formations.<\/p>\n<p>The FPRO said, \u201cThe ban is aimed at preserving the integrity and security of police operations, and forestalling perceived corrupt practices.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cIt is also aimed at clearing the Commands\/Formations of possible criminal intrusion under such guise, and maintaining discipline within the Force.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cDespite previous directives, it has come to the attention of the Force leadership that some Commands and Formations continue to flout this regulation.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cAs such, the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.withinnigeria.com\/news\/2024\/03\/01\/igp-police-will-give-priority-to-safety-of-schools\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">IGP<\/a> warns that 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