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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
Troops arrest two suspects, recover suspected stolen goods in Plateau
By: Zagazola Makama
Troops of Sector 1, Operation Enduring Peace, have arrested two suspected criminals and recovered a vehicle loaded with suspected stolen items at Berger Junction, Mista-Ali, in Bassa Local Government Area of Plateau State.
The suspects were arrested at about 4:00 a.m. on September 18, 2026, following information about suspected criminals allegedly offloading stolen goods at the location.
The troops, acting on the report, swiftly mobilised to the area and arrested two suspects identified as Ibrahim Sulaiman, 33, and Ibrahim Husaini, 23.
The troops also recovered a Mercedes-Benz E220 vehicle allegedly loaded with suspected stolen items.
The recovered items included eight 25-litre containers of palm oil, four 4-litre containers of palm oil, two 50kg bags of rice, one 50kg bag of sugar, one carton of Maggi seasoning and an empty 25-litre jerrycan.
The suspects and recovered items were subsequently handed over to the Keystone Mista-Ali Outpost for further investigation and appropriate legal action.
Security sources said the arrest followed sustained intelligence gathering and patrol operations aimed at disrupting criminal activities and recovering stolen property in the area.
Troops arrest two suspects, recover suspected stolen goods in Plateau
GOC 3 Division engages Bokkos stakeholders over farmer-herder conflicts
By: Zagazola Makama
The General Officer Commanding 3 Division and Commander, Operation Enduring Peace, Maj. Gen. W.M. Dangana, has engaged district heads and other stakeholders in Bokkos Local Government Area of Plateau State as part of efforts to address recurring farmer-herder conflicts in the area.
Maj. Gen. Dangana arrived at the headquarters of Sector 5, Operation Enduring Peace, in Bokkos at about 1:00 p.m. on September 19, 2026, where he was received by the Sector Commander.
The GOC thereafter proceeded to the Palace of the Saf Bokkos, where he held an engagement meeting with district heads and other stakeholders from across the local government area.
The engagement formed part of ongoing non-kinetic efforts by the military and other stakeholders to address the underlying tensions between farming and herding communities and promote peaceful coexistence.
Discussions with traditional leaders and community stakeholders are expected to support the identification of local grievances, strengthen communication with security agencies and help prevent disputes from escalating into violence.
The engagement was conducted peacefully and without any incident.
GOC 3 Division engages Bokkos stakeholders over farmer-herder conflicts
Troops neutralise suspected terrorist in Kaduna, others flee with gunshot wounds
By: Zagazola Makama
Troops of Sector 7, Sub-Sector 71 Sanga, have neutralised a suspected terrorist during an offensive operation at Ungwan Nungu village in Sanga Local Government Area of Kaduna State.
The operation was conducted at about 8:00 p.m. on September 18, 2026, after troops deployed at Ungwan Nungu responded to intelligence on the activities of suspected terrorists operating from a hideout in the community.
Upon arrival at the location, the troops made contact with the criminals, resulting in a gun battle during which one of the suspects, identified as Bashir Mohammed, was neutralised.
Other members of the group reportedly fled the scene with possible gunshot wounds sustained during the encounter.
Troops have commenced efforts to track and apprehend the fleeing suspects, while operations continue in the area to prevent the criminals from regrouping and further terrorising surrounding communities.
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