Inspector-General of Police Kayode Egbetokun has called a meeting with senior police officials, including all Deputy Commissioners of the Criminal Investigation Department (CID) and Heads of Investigation Units, to address concerns regarding the treatment of minors recently arraigned in court.
AFRIPOST reports that nationwide outrage erupted after the young protesters, arrested during an August hunger protest, appeared in the Federal High Court on Friday looking visibly undernourished.
The children, who face treason charges, have been held in detention for three months.
In response to widespread criticism, the IGP has ordered an investigation into the conditions these minors experienced while in police custody.
After reviewing the findings on Monday from Glasgow, where he is attending the Interpol General Assembly, Egbetokun pledged to take appropriate measures based on the report’s conclusions.
Force Public Relations Officer Olumuyiwa Adejobi stated that the IGP has scheduled a conference and workshop for November 7, 2024, at the Police Resource Center in Jabi to emphasize professionalism in investigations, particularly for cases involving minors.
The Nigeria Police Force reaffirmed its commitment to enforcing legal standards, fairness, and accountability, especially in handling vulnerable groups.