The Inspector-General of Police, IGP Kayode Egbetokun has disclosed a decision that no police man should carry gun when they are not on uniform(appearing on civilian attire).
This was disclosed in a statement by the Public Relations Officer of the force, Mr. Muyiwa Adejobi after a virtual meeting that the IGP convened with police managers, on Monday. He expressed his displeasure following the complaints about force men breaching human rights of civilians.
“Henceforth, no operative should be seen carrying assault riffles(gun) in civilian attire(mufti)” inspector general of police warned sternly.
Egbetokun stressed on the need for police officers to uphold human rights instead of breaching them.
“During this critical session, the IGP addressed several pressing issues, which aim to bolster the ethical and professional conduct of police personnel across the nation.
“The IGP states that any conduct violating human rights will not be tolerated and will be met with severe consequences.
“He also warned all tactical squads against the misuse of power and improper dressing, emphasizing the importance of operating in approved uniforms. No operative should be seen carrying 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 statement read.
On the other hand, Egbetokun warned against officers of the Nigerian police indiscriminately transferring cases without written approval of the IGP, he said it delays justice and brings unnecessary burden.
Furthermore, the IGP directed all ranks to collaborate to work against acts that would tarnish the reputation of the force.
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