No suspect should be paraded before the public or the Media before being formally charged in Court from now henceforth.
Nigeria’s Inspector-General of Police, Kayode Egbetokun, reiterated the ban on publicly parading criminal suspects with immediate effect.
This was made known in a statement signed by the Force Public Relations Officer, ACP Olumuyiwa Adejobi, on Tuesday.
According to the statement, the directive, previously communicated to all Commands and Zones within the Police Force, is a cornerstone of the Nigeria Police Force’s modernization efforts and reflects its commitment to respecting the fundamental rights of all individuals, including those suspected of criminal activity.
The IGP said the policy aligns with global human rights standards and urged officers to comply with the directive to prevent rights violations.
He also called on the Media and the public to support the initiative.
The statement acknowledged that responsible reporting and adherence to ethical journalistic practices are vital in maintaining public trust and ensuring a fair and impartial justice system that respects the rights and dignity of all individuals.
