You would have thought that for life, Ms Olivia Afun would hate the Nigeria police with a passion, given the sad experience of extortion and intimidation that she went through in their hands at the Agbowa Division, in Lagos. But instead, the young lady has encouraging things to say about them. She says that despite … Read more
Peaceful co-existence in any society hinges on effective and efficient law enforcement which guarantees the safety of the people, helping to uphold the rule of law. The success of any law enforcement should be predicated on an established mutual understanding and trust between law enforcement and the communities. Without these ingredients, it would be difficult … Read more
Lately, the Police Division in Agbowa, Ikosi Ejinrin LCDA of Epe Division, Lagos State, has been in the news but for the wrong reasons. First, it was via a video recording of alleged extortion of a resident of the community by the Divisional Traffic Officer in the area. And as it is with all negative … Read more
Is the police in Nigeria truly a friend? There are many common and populist refrains in Nigeria, either trying to buoy up support or mobilise solidarity, but one of the most controversial ones, arguably though is, “The police is your friend”. And it is more of what the people see their policemen do that what … Read more