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The International Federation of Women Lawyers (IFAD) Nigeria has come together to denounce police brutality, abuse and human rights violations, sparking #EndSARS and #EndSWAT protests across the country.
In a statement by Rhoda Prevail Tyoden, Country Vice President / National President, and National Advertising Secretary Eliana Martins, FIDA expressed shock that the police have continued to attack, arrest and detain young people for protesting and shooting real rounds at them.
The statement noted that citizens deserve the respect of law enforcement officers whose mission is to primarily defend, protect and support the defenseless in society, not to oppress, torture, dehumanize and kill them.
“We found that police inefficiency, lack of professionalism and brutality have become the new order of the day and this must end.
“FIDA commends strong, determined and courageous young people for their principles and resistance to police brutality and for their perseverance and commitment to the cause despite the dissolution of the Special Anti-Theft Squad (SARS) by the Inspector General of Police.
“The protests have continued because the fundamental issues have not been adequately addressed. They must be addressed! “
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Next, the group of lawyers made some demands to the Federal Government:
- * Better police training and retraining, ensuring better personal development and professionalism
- * Reassessment and psychological analysis of members of the force, including medical treatment for those who need it, even if it is about anger management, etc.
- * Comprehensive review and reform of the police force and all its support structures.
- * Better interaction and collaboration with relevant key stakeholders, including community leaders / influencers, ministries and parastatals to ensure the efficiency and effectiveness of the police force
- * Continuous awareness and enlightenment for all police officers on issues and skills, particularly relevant to their specialized tasks and assignments
- * Adequate and necessary equipment and facilities to support efficient delivery and performance of work.
- * Better welfare packages, which include accommodation, periodic appraisals, promotions that include retirement benefits
- * Training aimed at specialized police units, especially prosecutors, those who work at gender tables, etc.
- * Better and continuous monitoring and evaluation of all members of the police and their units.
- * Better public relations and packaging for the force and its officers; update everything for better professional development.
“IFAD Nigeria cries out: stop killing the youth and vulnerable people of Nigeria. Their lives matter!
“We sympathize with the families of those who have lost loved ones and demand a thorough and independent investigation of all pending cases of police abuse, brutality and murder.
“All officers found guilty must be put on the books, in the spirit of justice for all,” he added.
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