IGP Receives Report on Care, Welfare of Young Detainees......... Directs investigation into Healthcare Condition While in Police Detention Facilities - NPF





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From Aviashima Toom, Abuja 

The Inspector-General of Police, IGP Olukayode Egbetokun has directed investigation into the conditions surrounding the care and welfare of those young persons while in Police detention facilities.
 
Recall that some young persons were recently remanded and subsequently arraigned recently for involvement in the recent #EndBadGovernace protest that resulted to the destruction of government facilities in some part of the country.

In a statement signed on Monday by the Force Public Relations Officer ACP Olumuyiwa Adejobi in Abuja noted that, the IGP upon receipt of the investigative report  in Glasgow, where is currently participating in Interpol General Assembly, has vowed to thoroughly examine it and take necessary actions to address any procedural lapses or concerns. 

To further ensure professionalism in investigation with emphasis on child-friendly investigation and care, the IGP has summoned all DCs CID and Heads of Investigation Units to a conference and workshop on November 7, 2024, at the Police Resource Center, Jabi.

The Nigeria Police Force reaffirms its commitment to upholding legal frameworks, ensuring fairness, and accountability, especially for vulnerable groups.

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