…….Says Police must operate within the Law
The Police Service Commission said its attention has been drawn to a social media message inciting Officers and men of the Nigeria Police to go outside its rules of engagement in dealing with the civilian public.
In a press release on Thursday, 5th November 2020 signed by Police Service Commission Head of Press and Public Relations, Ikechukwu Ani, he said that Part of the message read; ” every Police that dies for civilian again, he is on his own … Do the needful police work and remain alive for your children and families”.
“The Commission feels that this moment does not call for incitement but for a complete renewal of faith in the Nigerian project. The Police are expected to conduct themselves with the highest degree of patriotism and in obedience with its rules of engagement, Ani said.
He reiterated that the Commission is doing its best to see that the welfare of the Officers and men are enhanced and worthy of their sacrifice to the Nigerian nation.
“The Commission is also seeking a complete and comprehensive overhaul of its logistics so that it will be equipped to discharge its constitutional responsibilities.
“The Police Men are enjoined to note that they are required to play a leading role in the search for peace and progress in the Country.
“The Commission once again commiserates with the families of officers who lost their lives and wish those who were injured during the crisis a quick recovery, the statement concluded