But the weight of that inscription is mostly thrown in serious doubt by the conduct of personnel of the force. The sight of security agents, anywhere, should bring comfort and a high sense of safety for citizens but in Nigeria, the scenario is different.
Last year, the brazen abuse of privilege and unethical conduct of some Policemen ignited calls from Nigerians that the Nigerian force should be reformed to restore the lost confidence of the public. It got more intense early this year when men of Special Anti-Robbery Squad, infamously known as SARS, riddled the body of an armless citizen, Johnson Kolade, with bullets and ended the life of the promising young man.
As usual, they refused any sensible explanation and even turndown several attempts to present our identity cards. They moved from street to street and round up anyone in their sight when there was no reason to suggest any wrongdoing. It was the most despicable thing I’ve ever experienced and it became so apparent that the impunity and uncanny attitude of the police have reached its peak.
Like 90% of the ppl I know that have joined the police is because they can’t secure or are not qualified for other jobs. No police intentions on their mind, it’s just another job that pays.
I completely agree
When law breakers are not punished that's what you get.....
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