By Abdulfatah Babatunde
Lagos, Feb. 11, ’25 (TNZ) The Inspector-General of Police, IGP Kayode Egbetokun, on Monday, warned officers against serious breaches of Human Rights and ethical misconduct while on duty.
TheNewsZenith reports that Egbetokun gave the warning during a virtual meeting with strategic police managers.
The Force Public Relations Officer, ACP Olumuyiwa Adejobi, in a statement, said the virtual meeting aims to reinforce operational integrity.
It is also to ensure effective management within the Nigeria Police Force.
According to the statement, Egbetokun emphasised the duty of the Force officers to uphold all these human rights.
“The IGP issued a stern warning to all officers regarding serious breaches of Human Rights.
“He emphasised that the Force must uphold these rights.
“He frowns against such acts, having received various complaints regarding Human Rights Violations through the Force’s complaint channels,” the statement read in part.
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Egetokun warned that any conduct violating Human Rights would not be tolerated and be met with severe consequences.
He also warned all tactical squads against the misuse of power and improper dressing, emphasising the importance of operating in approved uniforms.
“No operative should carry assault arms (rifles) while dressed in civilian attire (mufti).
“All tactical squads are to ensure compliance with the standard operating procedure, while properly dressed in the assigned uniform for the particular squad.”
The IGP further spoke against the indiscriminate transfer of cases without the written approval of the IGP.
“This conduct is highly prohibited and would no longer be tolerated, as such exposes the parties to unnecessary burdens and delayed justice in their cases,” TheNewsZenith quoted him as saying.
He directed that all ranks must work collaboratively to prevent any irresponsible acts that can tarnish the Force’s reputation. (TNZ)
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