Archives Tag: Nigerian Police Force

Nigeria Politics

April 19, 2022

‘Every person has a right to life, and no one shall be deprived intentionally of his life, save in execution of the sentence of a court in respect of a criminal offence of which he has been found guilty in Nigeria.’ Chapter IV. No 1. Nigerian Constitution, 1999. For the first time in my life … Continue reading #EndSARS: The Strength In Nigeria’s Unity

By chidozie-ahaneku

Politics

April 19, 2022

The Nigerian Police on Wednesday revealed that 3 of their men and one civilian had been shot dead by soldiers believed to be attached to the 93 Battalion in Bakun, Taraba State. They also alleged that the policemen who were killed were holding a kidnap kingpin who recently has been suspected to run a string … Continue reading The Structural Rot in Governance as Army Murders Policemen in Taraba

By adedoyin

Did You Know? Discover Nigeria

April 19, 2022

The Nigeria Police Force is the principal law enforcement agency in Nigeria. Though there is an argument for its staff strength being grossly inadequate, the Nigerian Police Force is however a very large organization consisting of 36 State commands grouped into 12 zones and 7 administrative organs. The Nigerian Police (NP) is designated by the … Continue reading Chief Louis Orok Edet, The First Indigenous Inspector General Of Police

By jeremiah

Politics

April 19, 2022

Fourteen years ago, a gruesome murder became the talk of town. Fourteen years later, the mystery of the Apo Six is left to be finalized and proper justice, still to be served. The Apo Six were a group of five young men and a lady, aged between 21 – 25, who while on their way … Continue reading Throwback Thursday: The Apo Six Murders

By adedoyin

Politics

April 19, 2022

The #EndSARS movement got a rebirth on Sunday, 30th March, when a young man named Kolade Johnson was hit by a stray bullet fired by men of the Special Anti-Cultism Squad (SACS) around the Mangoro/Onipetesi area of Lagos State. The gentleman was said to have been watching a football match in a bar when the … Continue reading Accidental Discharges and Government Reluctance to Reform

By adedoyin

Law

April 19, 2022

Being arrested is not ideal but there is definitely nothing wrong with being prepared for such a circumstance. That starts with knowing your rights and how best to exercise them.  The following are seven things to do when a person has been arrested. Demand for an Arrest Warrant Under the law in Nigeria, arrests are … Continue reading The Law & You: 7 Things To Do If You Are Ever Arrested

By foluke-akinmoladun

Safety

April 19, 2022

Every now and again we hear stories of people being violated by civilians under the guise that they’re police officers. Even though it’s a felony to impersonate a police officer and the offence has severe consequences, it does not deter the offenders as they have mastered the skills of impersonation and often getting away with … Continue reading How to Identify Fake Policemen

By beckonoise

Stuff Tip of the Day

April 19, 2022

“The policeman is your friend!” This statement is dreaded by many Nigerians. This perception is as a result of some reported encounters that many people have had with men of the police force which led to nasty end-results. While many have a bitter-sweet relationship with the law enforcers, most admit the vital role the police play … Continue reading 5 Useful Tips When Dealing With a Policeman

By guestwriter

Entertainment Environment Events

April 19, 2022

The Police Selfie NG is an initiative of Nigerian Police Force (Lagos Command) and Playcenter Nigeria to promote a respectable and cordial relationship between Nigerians and police officers. Every day, Nigerian police officers put their lives at risk in order to safeguard our lives and properties. Let’s show them love by taking a picture when … Continue reading Win a Samsung Galaxy S6 Edge

By ejura

Stuff

April 19, 2022

The Nigeria Police Force, in a bid to cut redtape and provide alternative access to officials aside emergency numbers, has made public the phone numbers of its senior staff. This will increase citizen report and get messages to the appropriate person. It will let people report misconduct by junior officials and will foster transparency in … Continue reading Nigeria Police: Phone Numbers

By connectnigeria