The Inspector General of Police, IGP Usman Alkali Baba, on Thursday called for the review of the allegations against Deputy Commissioner of Police, Abba Kyari, by the Federal Bureau of Investigation, FBI.

Kyari, who is the head of the Intelligence Response Team (IRT), was linked to popular fraudster and internet celebrity, Hushpuppi, whose name is Ramon Abass.

Hushpuppi, an alleged international fraudster, risks jail term of 20 years after he pleaded guilty to fraud.

Reports had it that Hushpuppi had bribed Abba Kyari to jail a disloyal member of his gang; and Kyari has refuted the allegation.

However, the IGP stated that the review was in line with the commitment of the Nigeria Police Force to ensure justice and professionalism.

The directive of the IGP was contained in a statement by the Force spokesman, Frank Mba, entitled: “Alleged Indictment of DCP Abba Kyari: Inspector General of Police Orders a Review of the Information.”

The statement reads: “Sequel to the receipt of allegations and indictment processes from the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) against one of the personnel of the Nigeria Police Force, DCP Abba Kyari, the Inspector General of Police IGP Usman Alkali Baba, has ordered an internal review of the allegations.

The Nigeria Police Force reaffirms its commitment to the pursuit of justice and the strengthening of its professional relationship with the FBI and other international partners.

“Further developments on this case will be communicated to members of the public accordingly.”