The Inspector-General of Police, IGP M.A Adamu, NPM, mni today received
Honourable Members, House Committee on Police Affairs at the Force
Headquarters, Abuja, to discuss the ongoing Police reforms.
The Committee, led by the Chairman, Honourable Usman Bello Kumo, was at
the Force Headquarters, as part of the oversight functions of the House
of Representatives, to assess and proffer advice on the ongoing reforms
of the Nigeria Police Force and efforts at restoring normalcy to areas
affected by violence arising from the ENDSARS protests in some parts of
the country.
A statement signed by DCP Frank Mba said “The IGP, who noted that the
Force has commenced Comprehensive Internal Review and Evaluation of
circumstances that led to the ENDSARS protests and the violence,
fatalities and damage to critical infrastructure that emanated
therefrom, apprised the Committee on efforts made so far by the Force to
restore normalcy and prevent future occurrence.
“Some of these efforts, the IGP reiterate include: strengthening the
internal disciplinary mechanism of the Force, training of the newly
formed Tactical Squad, debriefing and psychological/medical examination
for operatives of the defunct Special Anti-Robbery Squad and general
improvement of police-citizen relationship, etc.
“The Committee expressed satisfaction at the efforts by the IGP in
managing the ENDSARS protests and the ensuing violence but called for an
all-inclusive approach at ensuring the immediate end of the violence,
improving police service delivery, rebuilding trust and public
confidence and respect for human rights amongst others. The members
commiserated with the IGP over the loss of police personnel who died
during the crisis and promised to work tirelessly with the Force to
ensure an enabling environment for optimal performance by the police.
“They called on other stakeholders including parents, guardians, online
influencers, youth leaders, traditional leaders, religious leaders, etc
to work with the police and government to bring a halt to the carnage on
our streets and restore law and order.
“The IGP reassured the committee as well as the Nigerian people that the
Force is more than ever before, committed to Police Reforms and ensuring
a safe and secure environment for all to live and thrive devoid of any
violation of their fundamental human rights.”