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PAR-RVPI, NPF urge Police to uphold human rights in law enforcement
PAR-RVPI, NPF urge Police to uphold human rights in law enforcement
By: Michael Mike
The Public Awareness on Rights and Rehabilitation of Vulnerable Persons Initiative (PAR-RVPI), in collaboration with the Nigeria Police Force (NPF) and Initiative for Media Development and SocialImpact (I-MeDSI), has reiterated the need for Human Rights-Based Policing (HRBP) in Nigeria.
While highlighting the challenges of policing in Nigeria, Mrs. Ogechi Ogu, Executive Director, PAR-RVPI, stressed that effective law enforcement requires a strong partnership between the police and the community.
Ogu stated this on Wednesday during the :Legal Awareness Program on Enhancing Knowledge and Capacity for Effective Policing”, held in Abuja. The event brought together police officers, private security agents, and human rights advocates to discuss the importance of policing practices that align with international human rights standards.
“Vigilantes and private security agents are also part of the police structure, and their duty is to protect lives and property. However, for the community to cooperate with the police, officers must recognize that they are public servants, not masters of the public,” Ogu stated.
She further highlighted the importance of HRBP, stressing that the NPF plays a crucial role in upholding human rights while enforcing law and order.
Ogu said violations of human rights by law enforcement officers lead to: “Erosion of public trust, Ineffective prosecutions, Delayed or denied justice, with innocent individuals suffering.
“To prevent such issues, officers must uphold key HRBP standards such as equal protection for all, respect and dignity for every individual, regardless of background, minimize use of force, ensure detainees’ rights, including access to legal representation and medical care and accountability,” she explained.
She urged the Nigeria Police Force to adopt HRBP as a core policing approach, stating that compliance with international human rights standards would strengthen the integrity and effectiveness of law enforcement in Nigeria.
In his remarks, the Divisional Police Officer (DPO), SP Bukar Ntasiri, commended PAR-RVPI for the training and affirmed the commitment of the NPF to ensure adherence of officers to HRBP.
“The DPOs gained these human right training when he was in the force headquarters. All DPO’s, DCO’s, human right desk officers, some police officers in over 25 states which cover over 10,000 police officers have undergone human right training,” Ntasiri explained.
Senator Iroegbu, Founder of I-MeDSI, lauded the collaboration between PAR-RVPI and the Police, stating that it aligns with ongoing efforts to reform security sector governance in Nigeria. He also emphasized the role of the media in sustaining advocacy for human rights-based policing.
“I-MeDSI and Global Sentinel are proud to support PAR-RVPI and the Nigeria Police Force in this commendable initiative. We’re committed to championing this advocacy and promoting positive change”, he said.
A police officer who participated at the event, further stressed the ethical expectations of law enforcement, defining Police as an acronym for Politeness, Obedience, Loyalty, Intelligence, and Endurance.
PAR-RVPI, NPF urge Police to uphold human rights in law enforcement
Security forces neutralise two notorious bandits in Benue clearance operation
By: Zagazola Makama
Security forced have neutralised two suspected notorious bandits during a clearance operation in Ukum Local Government Area of the state.
Sources told Zagazola that the operation followed credible intelligence received on Tuesday at about 1:00 p.m.
The report indicated that a criminal gang led by one Senen Hemen, also known as Orpa, was sighted along the pipeline axis between Gbeji and Igbongom communities in Ukum.
According to the sources, security forces were promptly mobilised to the location, where the gang engaged the operatives in a gun duel.
During the exchange, Hemen and another gang member identified as Mzungweve Ichur, both from Igbongom, were shot dead, while others fled the scene with gunshot injuries.
The sources confirmed that the corpses of the two suspects had been recovered and deposited at a private mortuary in Gbeji, while a manhunt had been launched in the surrounding bushes to track the fleeing accomplices.
The sources assured residents that the operation was part of ongoing efforts to rid Ukum and adjoining areas of violent criminal gangs.
Security forces neutralise two notorious bandits in Benue clearance operation
Gunmen abduct worshipper in Oyo community
By: Zagazola Makama
Gunmen have abducted a worshipper from a mosque in Gbonkan Village, Ipapo, Itesiwaju Local Government Area.
Sources said that the victim, identified as Amadu Usman, was kidnapped on Monday night while praying at the mosque alongside his elder brother, Adamu Usman.
The sources said seven armed men invaded the mosque at about 9 p.m. and whisked the victim away to an unknown destination.
The sources said that a joint team of security forces, Amotekun Corps, vigilantes and local hunters had since launched a search-and-rescue operation, combing surrounding bushes to track down the suspects and rescue the victim.
Gunmen abduct worshipper in Oyo community
Troops of Operation FANSAN YANMA repel bandit attack in Malumfashi, Katsina
By: Zagazola Makama
Troops of Operation FANSAN YANMA, in collaboration with the Police, Community Watch Corps and local vigilantes, have repelled a bandit attack in Malumfashi Local Government Area of Katsina State.
Sources said that the incident happened on Tuesday evening when armed bandits launched an attack on a hunters’ camp in Naalma village.
According to the sources, the troops and other security operatives responded swiftly to a distress call and engaged the bandits in a fierce gun battle, forcing them to withdraw.
“During the operation, Usman Lawal, 35, the Commander of the Hunters’ group, sustained fatal injuries. One of the bandits was neutralised while the rifle earlier seized from the hunters’ commander was recovered.
“Other fleeing bandits are suspected to have escaped with gunshot wounds. Troops are currently conducting cordon-and-search operations within the area,”said the sources.
Troops of Operation FANSAN YANMA repel bandit attack in Malumfashi, Katsina
Security forces neutralise two notorious bandits in Benue clearance operation
Gunmen abduct worshipper in Oyo community
Troops of Operation FANSAN YANMA repel bandit attack in Malumfashi, Katsina
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