Crime

IG warns constabularies against unethical behaviors

Published

3 years ago

November 17, 2022

News Net Global

IG warns constabularies against unethical behaviors

By: Bodunrin Kayode

The inspector General of Police Usman Baba has warned constabularies also known as community police officers against unethical behaviors that would bring odium to the force.

He said that those recruited under the local constabulary laws as community police men were not regular police which is why they should not go about committing atrocities under the guise of being members of the Nigerian police force.

While flagging off a two days workshop for 300 community policing stake holders in the north east zone of the country in Maiduguri on Wednesday, the IG said that the introduction of community Policing will ease the many gaps in the entire policing system in the country.

The IG who was represented at a training workshop for stakeholders on community policing in Maiduguri by Deputy Inspector General of Police (DIG) Mohammed Zannah said that the workshop, which is being organized across the six geopolitical zones of the country, is designed to deepen the implementation of the Community Policing Model following its approval and adoption by the Federal Government in tbe year 2020 as the internal security strategy of the country.

His words: “I wish to, particularly, note that since the commencement of the phased implementation of the Community Policing Project in Nigeria, lots of grounds have been covered.

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” These include the recruitment, training, kitting, and deployment of Community

Policing Officers across the country as well as the basic training of strategic actors and stakeholders in the community policing implementation process.

“As a nation, and for us as the lead law enforcement agency in Nigeria, Community Policing is undoubtedly the way to go in the drive to effectively address the complex and challenging dynamics of crime, and mitigate the challenges associated with our current and emerging internal security realities.

” I am, therefore, excited to note that the Community Policing strategy, as approved by the Federal Government, is gradually taking roots in Nigeria and is being warmly embraced by our most strategic partners, the Nigerian people.

” Public trust, consent, and partnership are historically, the foundations upon which effective policing rests and these are the principles that drive the community policing approach to internal security management. It is not a new lexicon in policing practice.

” Indeed, it is a time-tested, law enforcement Model that focuses on sharing the responsibility of communal safety and security with the citizens through the adoption of the well-founded principle of partnership between the police and the citizens they serve. towards mutually identifying security threats and building trust and synergy in solving them. “

The IG noted that Community Policing is cost-effective and an all-society approach to management of fear of crime and security threats even as it strengthens the bond between the Police institution and the citizens in confronting the common enemies who are the criminal elements existing within us, and who are bent on altering our values for peace, safety and security.

He called on constabularies to continue to operate within the limits of the laws adding that the Federal Government adopted the Model and provided funds for its implementation accordingly.

“I am delighted to note that the deepening of the practice in Nigeria has galvanized public support for the Nigeria Police, bridged communication gap which has been a factor in the less-than-optimal citizens and Police relationship and aided fundamentally in enhancing our capacity to generate and utilize actionable human intelligence towards stabilizing the internal security order.

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“In building on the gains of the Model, it is imperative that we continue to empower the strategic stakeholders in the implementation process with a view to refreshing and broadening their knowledge and jointly evaluate where we are and where we hope to be within specified time frame in the Project implementation process. This is the primary object of this Workshop.” said the IG.

The police chief stated that the expected outcomes of this workshop, therefore, are for the Community Policing Officers to be sufficiently exposed to quality knowledge on the community policing strategy with a view to acquiring the right leadership frame that will further deepen the implementation of the initiative at local levels across the country.

“At this juncture, it is pertinent that I again clarify that Community Policing Officers are not regular police operatives. They are recruited under the Supernumerary Police provisions of the Nigeria Police Act and are expected to voluntarily serve their local communities by complementing the Nigeria Police in guaranteeing community safety.

“They are to operate under the guidance of the local Police Divisions and the ethical and professional standards associated with the Force.

” This clarification is vital as we have of recent recorded incidences in which such Community Policing Officers

misconstrued their status, and the limitations, their authorities and functions to embarrass the Federal Government and the Force by advancing unjustifiable requests or behaving in unruly manner.

“While the brains behind such misconducts were promptly identified and dealt with in line with the ethical standards that they are bound by, I consider it essential that I utilize this forum to sound a note of warning to Community Policing Officers to appreciate that their actions should be driven by patriotism and privileges as the Force leadership will continue to isolate and firmly deal with any of them that attempts to destabilise the implementation process and gains of the Community Policing initiative of the Federal Government.”

Also speaking Governor Babagana Zulum noted that community Policing has been recognized as the best way to solve internal security challenges.

Zulum who was represented by the secretary to the state government Usman Jida Shua called for a partnership between the community Policing system and the state government so that adequate intelligence can be received by all parties.

He said that a peace deal has been signed by all the political parties represented in the state adding that the public must be more proactive in ensuring that the peace of the state is maintained at all times.

Also present at the occasion were the chairman of Gazali Consult, Mahdi Gazali, chair of the occasion Alhaji Gambo Gubio, Commissioners of Police of Borno and Yobe states respectively and police officers and men from all the north Eastern states of the federation.

IG warns constabularies against unethical behaviors

Crime

Jihadist reportedly overrun gendarmerie camp in niger, kill 21 officers

Published

14 hours ago

November 23, 2025

Ochuwa Ibrahim

Jihadist reportedly overrun gendarmerie camp in niger, kill 21 officers

By: Zagazola MAkama

Suspected jihadists on Friday attacked and seized control of the Gendarmerie Camp in Garbougna, Niger Republic, killing more than 21 gendarmes, according to security sources.

The attackers, believed to be affiliated with Sahel-based extremist groups, stormed the facility in large numbers, overwhelming security personnel during the early morning assault.

Sources told Zagazola Makama that the insurgents also carted away several vehicles, along with a significant quantity of arms and ammunition stored at the camp.

“The situation is dire. The Garbougna gendarmerie post was overrun, and dozens of weapons and vehicles were taken. The number of casualties is still being compiled, but more than 21 gendarmes are feared killed,” one security source said.

The attack underscores the escalating insecurity in parts of Niger, where jihadist groups linked to al-Qaida and the Islamic State continue to mount coordinated assaults on security formations and rural communities.

Niger’s military authorities have not yet issued an official statement regarding the incident as at the time of filing this report.

Zagazola recalls that the tri-border region spanning Niger, Mali and Burkina Faso has witnessed intensified jihadist activities in recent months, with security forces increasingly targeted in ambushes and camp raids.

Jihadist reportedly overrun gendarmerie camp in niger, kill 21 officers

Crime

Vigilante in Yobe gunned down Fulani herder over alleged destruction of farmland

Published

4 days ago

November 19, 2025

Ochuwa Ibrahim

Vigilante in Yobe gunned down Fulani herder over alleged destruction of farmland

By: Zagazola Makama

A Fulani herder has been shot dead and a vigilante injured following a confrontation between herders and security operatives in Jakusko Local Government Area of Yobe State.

Sources told Zagazola Makama that at about 9:00 a.m. on Tuesday, a group of Fulani herdsmen were allegedly destroying farmlands in Lafiya, Saban, Garin, Sara, Jaba and Muguram villages.

According to him, a joint patrol team comprising the police, Joint Task Force (JTF) and vigilantes was immediately deployed to the affected areas.

“Upon arrival at the scene, one of the herders attacked a vigilante, Saidu Yau of Lafiya village, with a machete, inflicting a deep cut on his left thigh.

“The same herder also attempted to attack a soldier, Private Adamu Ismail, attached to the JTF. The soldier, in self-defence, fired at the attacker, leading to his death,” said the sources.

The sources said that both the injured vigilante and the herder were rushed to the General Hospital, Jakusko, for medical attention.

“The herder was confirmed dead by a medical doctor, while the injured vigilante is responding to treatment,” the sources added.

Police sources said the remains of the deceased herder had been released to the Sarkin Fulani, Hon. Hassan Lamido Manu, pending the arrival of the family.

He said investigation into the incident was ongoing to ascertain the circumstances and prevent further clashes.

Vigilante in Yobe gunned down Fulani herder over alleged destruction of farmland

Crime

killings of 259 cattle spark rising tension as attack on herders escalate across Gwer West, Guma in Benue

Published

5 days ago

November 18, 2025

Ochuwa Ibrahim

killings of 259 cattle spark rising tension as attack on herders escalate across Gwer West, Guma in Benue

By: Zagazola Makama

Fresh tension is building in Benue State following coordinated attacks on Fulani herders and the killing of hundreds of cattle in Gwer West and Guma Local Government Areas, in incidents that could trigger another cycle of violence if not urgently addressed.

According to field reports made available to Zagazola Makama, heavily armed men, alleged by herder associations to be members of local security outfits, supported by local security outfits, launched multiple assaults on pastoral communities since Nov. 12, killing an estimated 259 cattle in two separate attacks.

The first incident occurred near Naka in Gwer West LGA, where the government backed security outfits operating on motorcycles and vehicles reportedly targeted herders grazing peacefully in the area. The cattle owners Abdullahi Musa said 50 of his cattle were killed, Wakili Musa another harder said 51 of his livestock were killed while Maibargo Abubakar lost 21 of his cattle in the ambush without any provocation.

Multiple Witnesses said the attackers transported the carcasses of the killed animals into Naka town in broad daylight, where they were seen celebrating. Some of the community members described the attack as “deliberate provocation aimed at escalating ethnic tensions.”

A second attack was recorded the same day behind Okohol village near Ikpam in Guma LGA, where another group of armed men reportedly killed 137 cattle belonging to Alhaji Anaruwa Yongo and his brother. Several carcasses were reportedly removed from the scene while others remained littered across the grazing area.

Sources told Zagazola Makama that military personnel deployed in the affected corridors visited some of the locations after the incidents and confirmed the attacks. Security operatives, however, have not issued an official statement on the attacks while government of Benue remained mum.

Leaders of pastoralist communities described the Benue incidents as part of a “recurring, underreported pattern” of attacks on Fulani herders in several states, including Enugu, Niger and Kebbi. They accuse some local authorities of quietly supporting armed groups that target pastoralists, while only issuing statements when reprisals occur.

Community representatives further allege that despite repeated reports and identification of perpetrators in past incidents, the Benue State Government has not taken concrete steps to halt the killings, creating what they describe as “a climate of impunity that encourages attacks.”
They warn that the continued silence from state actors, coupled with worsening hostilities, risks sparking a renewed wave of communal violence.

They appealed for urgent intervention from federal security agencies, including Defense Headquarters and the Office of the National Security Adviser, to prevent further escalation.
They also called for an impartial investigation into the killings, protection for vulnerable herders, and proactive engagement with community leaders to avert retaliatory attacks.

They described the situation as “a ticking time bomb” and urged the Federal Government to address what they see as a widening security gap that could destabilize the region if left unchecked.

killings of 259 cattle spark rising tension as attack on herders escalate across Gwer West, Guma in Benue