Nigeria, March 7 -- Benjamin Hundeyin, an assistant commissioner of police (ACP), has been removed as the Force Public Relations Officer (FPRO) and replaced by Anthony Okon Placid, a deputy commissioner of police (DCP).

Although an official announcement has not been made, sources at the police headquarters in Abuja confirmed the development to PREMIUM TIMES.

Also, the sources said a new department named the New Media Office has been created with Ali Giwa, a chief superintendent of police (CSP), appointed to head the office.

An official statement about the development is expected to be issued later.

Sources with direct knowledge of the matter said Mr Hundeyin had been relieved of the position since Thursday and had informed some of his...