As we marked Anti-Corruption day, lets remember that Police corruption - anywhere in the world - does have far-reaching consequences! Criminal Jistice Administration begins from Police actions and inactions! Support an entrenched transparency and Police Accountability!
"Policing is not just about enforcing the law, but about fostering trust & collective efficacy within our communities. When citizens view the police as fair, effective & trustworthy, they become more inclined to take collective action" @cheikh7735#PoliceAccountabiltySummit
In partnership with @cleenfoundation, we’re glad to support the National Summit on Police Accountability.
This summit gathers key stakeholders to foster transparency, build trust, & strengthen @PoliceNG as a force that protects & serves with integrity.
🙏 @StateINL & @UN#PBF!
🚨 Exciting news! Yesterday, we commissioned the new Complaint Response Unit (CRU) @PoliceNG_CRU office in Port Harcourt.
This initiative, funded by @StateINL, will help address police impunity & improve public trust in @PoliceNG.
#PoliceReform#ReclaimYourRight
@UNODC_Nigeria sponsored Communication Protocol Workshop for Police Internal Oversight concludes. Thanks to expert facilitation by AIG Austin Iwa (RTD) and Dr. Angela Workman-Stark. The workshop aims to enhance effective internal communication to bolster service delivery.
When you reach @PoliceNG_CRU to report police misconduct, you can count on a timely & professional response.
With support from @StateINL & @UNPeacebuilding, UNODC🇳🇬 is conducting a workshop to strengthen @PoliceNG CRU's capacity in call center management.
#ReclaimYourRight
Nigerians are receiving quick feedback & resolution on their complaints, confirming @PoliceNG_CRU is committed to addressing police misconduct & making citizens happy.
UNODC🇳🇬 is glad to be supporting the CRU in strengthening its frameworks for a more just & responsive system.
UNODC🇳🇬 fostering regional learning experiences; 🇳🇦 🤝🇳🇬
Special thanks to @ncs_namibia officers for participating in the inmate classification training with @CorrectionsNg, highlighting how their classification system promotes the practical application of the #MandelaRules.
PRESS RELEASE
POLICE, UNODC TRAIN POLICE IMAGE MANAGERS, CRU OFFICERS ON EFFECTIVE COMPLAINT MANAGEMENT
As IGP Reiterates Zero Tolerance for Corruption, Unprofessional Conducts
In furtherance of the Inspector's-General of Police approval and zeal to enhance mutual relations between the public and the Police, the Nigeria Police Force in collaboration with the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC), is currently engaging Police Image Managers and officers of the Complaints Response Unit (CRU) on a comprehensive training program for public on complaint management at the BWC Hotel, Ahmadu Bello Way, Victoria Island, in Lagos State.
The training, which is in two batches, is currently hosting Police Public Relations Officers and officers of the Complaint Response Unit from some states of the Federation and the Force Headquarters, Abuja. It is geared at enhancing the capacity of police personnel to handle complaints more effectively, ensure timely responses, and improve overall public trust in the Police. The program covers key areas such as communication strategies, complaint handling procedures, and the importance of transparency and accountability in policing.
The UNODC National Programme Officer on Anti-Corruption: Police Oversight and Accountability Project, Chukwuma Uma Ume, commended the Police for its commitment to improving complaint management and reiterated the importance of such training programs in fostering a culture of accountability and responsiveness within the Police.
The Force Public Relations Officer who represented the IGP, addressed the officers at the second batch of the training on the mandate of the Inspector-General of Police, IGP Kayode Adeolu Egbetokun, Ph.D., NPM, and emphasized the critical role of proactive complaint management in the dispensation of justice. He urged the officers to prioritize the concerns of the public and to act swiftly and judiciously in addressing their complaints in line with the Inspector's-General of Police zero tolerance policy for corruption and unprofessional conducts among police officers.
ACP OLUMUYIWA ADEJOBI, mnipr, mipra, fCAI,
FORCE PUBLIC RELATIONS OFFICER,
FORCE HEADQUARTERS,
ABUJA
7th June, 2024
The Nigeria Police can be more: ✔️service driven ✔️people friendly ✔️rule of law compliant Together with partners, we’re supporting that. Thanks to 💵 from @StateINL & @UNPeacebuilding, we trained @PoliceNG_CRU 👮♂️👮♀️ on “Human Rights-Based & Gender-Sensitive Policing”.
.@UNODC_Nigeria we are proud of our cooperation with the NPF @PolNG towards enhancing police oversight & accountability. While more remains to be done, we observe evidence of gradual improvement of public trust in the NPF & in the Police Complaints Response Unit @PoliceNG_CRU 👏
Delighted to have @PoliceNG PRO @Princemoye1 join the "Human Rights-Based & Gender-Sensitive Policing" training organized by UNODC🇳🇬 for @PoliceNG_CRU officers, with support from @StateINL & @UNPeacebuilding fund.
He charged the officers to uphold the integrity of @PoliceNG.
Productive engagement with Bennett Igwe, Commissioner of @PoliceNG, FCT Command, on the creation of @PoliceNG_CRU office at the FCT Command.
This expansion will aid more public accessibility to the CRU, increase CRU’s reach & deepen its impact in addressing police impunity.
We congratulate the IGP of @PoliceNG & officers awarded at the prestigious Nigeria Police Awards & Commendations held yesterday.
UNODC Nigeria's tailored support to @PoliceNG_CRU proves instrumental, with officers directly impacted by our interventions emerging as awardees.
Together with our partners, we will continue to strengthen @PoliceNG_CRU in building trust, improving its accountability & integrity and enhancing public safety.
#PoliceExcellence#ReclaimYourRights
@PoliceNG_CRU got a major upgrade in its performance monitoring & management system, with support from UNODC🇳🇬.
This enables the CRU to articulate key performance indicators more effectively & implement advanced call tracking systems to serve Nigerians better.
#ReclaimYourRight
Yes to police accountability! In partnership with @PoliceNG_CRU, we concluded a series of validation sessions on key operational tools to strengthen & institutionalise CRU's capacity to engage, receive, investigate & respond to public compliants against police misconduct.
In a world where inclusion can be a buzzword, we choose to be different.
Meet Charity, the first female driver for UNODC🇳🇬. This, is in addition to the incredible percentage of female staff we have.
One role at a time, is yet another way we inspire inclusion.
#IWD