The Inspector-General of Police, Mohammed Adamu has assured that more than ever ,the Force is committed to Police Reforms and ensuring that the environment is safe,secured and devoid of any violations to fundamental human rights.
The IGP gave the assurance while receiving Members of the House of Representatives Committee on Police Affairs at the Force Headquarters, Abuja.
A statement by the Force Public Relations Officer,DCP Frank Mba said the committee led by its chairman,Hon. Usman Bello Kumo were at the Force Headquarters to assess and proffer advice on the ongoing reforms of the Police force and efforts at restoring normalcy to areas affected by violence arising from the ENDSARS protests in some parts of the country.
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Receiving the Committee, the IGP, announced that internal review and evaluation has commenced to ascertain what led to the #EndSARS Protest,the violence,fatalities and subsequent damage to critical infrastructures across the country.
He however apprised the committee on efforts so far made to restore normalcy and prevent future occurrence .
Some of these efforts,According to Mba include: strengthening the internal disciplinary mechanism of the Force, training of the newly formed Tactical Squad, debriefing and psychological/medical examination for operatives of the defunct Special Anti-Robbery Squad and general improvement of police-citizen relationship, etc.
The Committee expressed satisfaction at the efforts by the IGP in managing the ENDSARS protests and the ensuing violence but called for an all-inclusive approach at ensuring immediate end of the violence, improving police service delivery, rebuilding trust and public confidence and respect for human rights amongst others.
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The members also commiserated with the IGP over the loss of police personnel who died during the crisis and promised to work tirelessly with the Force to ensure an enabling environment for optimal performance by the police.
They called on other stakeholders including parents, guardians, online influencers, youth leaders, traditional leaders, religious leaders to work with the police and government to bring a halt to the carnage on our streets and restore law and order.
