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The Digest:

A photo of a Nigerian Deputy Superintendent of Police (DSP) posing in uniform with an expensive iPhone 17 has ignited a fierce online debate about police salaries, public profiling, and integrity. According to social media reports, the image prompted questions about how an officer earning a public salary could afford such a device, leading to broader criticism of police harassment of youths over similar possessions.

Key Points:
  • A photo of a DSP with an iPhone 17 Pro Max triggered public scrutiny
  • Media personality Peace Ighodaro questioned the source of funds for the device
  • Critics linked it to police profiling of youths with expensive gadgets
  • Defenders, including police PROs, argued officers have the right to save or buy luxury items
  • They countered the notion that uniformed personnel must appear poor to prove integrity
  • The debate highlighted the tension between police welfare and public trust
  • Salary realities for the officer rank between roughly ₦170,000 to ₦321,000 monthly
In a society where a smartphone becomes a symbol, its owner in uniform forces a difficult conversation about the perception of legitimacy, the reality of income, and the deep-seated distrust between the public and its protectors.

Sources: Social Media (X.com)

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