KEY POINTS

• Borno police officer returned N2.6 million sent to his account in error
• He contacted his bank and completed a reversal instead of using the money
• Police authorities praised the act as a sign of honesty and integrity

A police officer serving in the Borno State Police Command, Mohammad Muhammad, has returned N2.6 million that was mistakenly transferred into his bank account, drawing praise from police authorities and the public.

The money was reportedly transferred into the officer’s account by error, but instead of spending it, Muhammad immediately took steps to ensure it was returned to the rightful owner.

Confirming the incident, Nahum Daso, spokesperson of the Borno State Police Command, said the officer noticed the unexpected credit alert at about 6pm on Thursday and became concerned.

According to Daso, Muhammad contacted his account manager after receiving the alert and was advised to visit the bank. On getting to the bank, he filled the necessary forms to reverse the transaction.

Bank officials were reportedly surprised by the officer’s action, as similar cases often involve recipients refusing to return mistakenly transferred funds.

Police say action strengthens public trust

Sharing a Facebook post by Bello Jafar, Daso praised Muhammad for his integrity, describing his conduct as a clear demonstration of honesty, responsibility, and strong moral values.

He noted that the officer’s decision to return the money reflects the true standards expected of members of the Nigeria Police Force and serves as a positive example to others.

Daso added that acts like this help improve public confidence in the police and show that integrity still exists within the system.