Prolonged detentions: IGP’s order will curb abuse of human rights among policemen

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9 months ago

March 24, 2025

A human rights group, Save the Poor and Needy Charity Initiative, SPANCI, has declared that the recent order by the Inspector General of Police, Kayode Egbetokun, warning against unlawful and prolonged detentions will curb human rights abuses among policemen across the country.

SPANCI made this declaration via a statement signed by its President, Comrade Yemi Ezekiel Bello, and made available to DAILY POST on Monday.

Ekwutosblog gathered that Egbetokun, in a statement signed by the Force Public Relations Officer, Olumuyiwa Adejobi, had warned officers of the Nigeria Police Force against unlawful and prolonged detentions.

Egbetokun, in the statement made available to journalists on Sunday, stressed that any officer found violating constitutional provisions on human rights would face serious consequences.

Bello, while speaking, said that many innocent citizens had been killed unjustly, while some had been unlawfully detained for offences they did not commit.

He insisted that this order by the IGP would help curb human rights abuses among police officers across the country.

Bello, while applauding the IGP for taking a stand against incessant unlawful and prolonged detentions of innocent citizens by some police officers, said that the IGP had done well by warning police officers to respect the fundamental human rights of citizens.

He added that it would be a good thing if police officers across the country complied with the IGP’s order.

He maintained that this would help redeem the image of the Nigerian Police Force, which has been tainted by the unprofessional conduct of some officers.

He said, “The IGP, through the Force PRO, frankly told police officers to respect the fundamental human rights of citizens while carrying out their duties, even during pre-trial detention and that they should respect the rights to dignity of human persons and personal liberty of citizens as enshrined in Sections 34 and 35 of the Nigerian 1999 Constitution, as amended.

“He also warned against violating these fundamental rights and clearly stated that there would be punishment for erring officers.

“We need to acknowledge that the IGP deserves appreciation. Since assuming office, he has been vocal about defending the human rights of citizens, though many violations have still been committed by some of his officers.

“If we stand against violations of fundamental human rights by the police, we should also appreciate the IGP’s efforts in the reorientation of officers and his continuous affirmations on respecting the fundamental human rights of citizens.

“The disregard for these rights has led to the deaths of innocent citizens and the unlawful punishment of others for crimes they did not commit.

“Some officers are power-drunk and habitual abusers of office, which is against their rules of engagement as stipulated in the Police Act 2020, as amended, and the Code of Conduct for Professional Officers.

“It would be a good thing if the police complied with the IGP’s order and the rules of engagement, as this would help redeem the image of the Nigerian Police Force, which has been tainted by the unprofessional conduct of some officers.

“Once again, SPANCI appreciates IGP Egbetokun for his directive to officers to respect the fundamental human rights of citizens. May God help him succeed in his duty.”

‘It’s a Lie’ —Akpabio denies claims he collapsed, hospitalised in London

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5 hours ago

December 16, 2025

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Nigeria’s 10th Senate president, Godswill Akpabio, dismissed claims that he collapsed and was flown to a hospital in London for treatment.

Kenny Okolugbo, Consultant on Communications and Strategy to the Senate President, said the claim about Akpabio’s health wealth was false.

When contacted by Ekwutosblog on the development, Okolugbo simply said, “It’s a lie, fake news,” without further details.

This comes amid a report on Monday by an online news platform that alleged the Senate president collapsed and was flown on a private jet to London for treatment.

EVENTS

PRESIDENT TINUBU CONGRATULATES SENATOR IFEANYI ARARUME ON HIS BIRTHDAY

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6 hours ago

December 16, 2025

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President Bola Tinubu felicitates Senator Ifeanyi Godwin Ararume, astute politician and accomplished businessman, on his birthday, December 16.

Senator Ararume’s odyssey in politics began in the late 1980s, when he served as the State Treasurer of the Liberal Convention in old Imo State. He later joined the National Finance Committee of the defunct National Republican Convention.

He represented Imo North in the 9th National Assembly. He was first elected in May 1999 and re-elected in April 2003. He also served on several committees and held other official roles.

President Tinubu commends the former senator for his years of service to the nation and contributions to its peace, unity, and progress.

The President describes Senator Ararume as a resolute and shrewd politician, highlighting his courageous and remarkable political journey through the years.

President Tinubu wishes Senator Ararume a happy 67th birthday and prays that God Almighty will grant him more years of good health and strength.

Entertainment

Daddy Freeze hosts actress Doris Ogala as she opens up on alleged relationship with Pastor Chris Okafor

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6 hours ago

December 16, 2025

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Daddy Freeze went live with Nollywood actress Doris Ogala as she shared her side of the ongoing controversy involving Pastor Chris Okafor, whom she claims she dated for years before things fell apart.

According to Doris, her relationship with Pastor Chris began in 2017, long before the public drama. She said they met by chance in Abuja and that he told her he was divorced at the time. She also claimed she didn’t even know he was a pastor when they first connected.

Doris said their relationship quickly became serious. She alleged that Pastor Chris introduced her to his parents, invited her to his village in Anambra State, and treated the relationship like a real commitment. She described their bond as emotional, physical, and deeply personal, insisting it was genuine love, not a casual affair.

She further claimed that while Pastor Chris preached publicly, he was privately very dependent on her, calling her often, sharing personal struggles, and even relying on her for medical prescriptions through her doctor.

Addressing why she later married another man, Doris said family pressure played a major role. She explained that her eventual husband was someone from her past who resurfaced during a vulnerable period after her father’s death. Despite not being in love, she said her family pushed her into the marriage.

Doris admitted that while her marriage was ongoing, she remained emotionally connected to Pastor Chris. She openly acknowledged engaging in phone intimacy with him during that period but maintained that there was no physical sexual relationship between them while she was married.

She described her marriage as abusive and toxic, alleging repeated physical violence and emotional distress. According to her, Pastor Chris remained her emotional support during that time, which is why communication between them never completely stopped.

Doris also claimed she has evidence to back up her story, including chats and videos, which she says Pastor Chris later shared with his lawyers.

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