Inspector General of Police, Kayode Egbetokun, has issued a strong warning to Nigeria Police Force officers. He addressed concerns about officers carrying rifles while in civilian clothing (mufti). He also condemned human rights violations.
The warning came during a virtual meeting with senior strategic managers. Force Public Relations Officer, ACP Olumuyiwa Adejobi, released a statement about the meeting.
Upholding Professional Standards
Egbetokun acknowledged numerous complaints of human rights abuses received through official channels, stressing the need for officers to avoid such misconduct. He warned of serious consequences if violations continued..
“No operative should be seen carrying assault rifles while dressed in civilian attire (mufti). All tactical squads must adhere to the standard operating procedures and ensure they are properly attired in the designated uniforms for their respective units,” he said.
He emphasized the importance of proper dress and adherence to standard operating procedures.
The IGP also addressed the issue of unauthorized case transfers. He called the practice of transferring cases without his written approval “highly prohibited,” and warned the practice was no longer tolerable in the Force.
“Such actions impose unnecessary burdens on the parties involved and lead to delays in justice,” he added.
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The statement concluded with a directive from the IGP to all officers, regardless of rank, to work together and prevent any misconduct that could damage the Force’s reputation.
The IGP called for a collaborative effort to maintain the integrity of the Nigeria Police Force. He stressed the importance of upholding the reputation of the police.
The Police boss had recently been in the eye of the storm from civil society organizations which protested his continued stay in office even after reaching the mandatory retirement age.
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