IG Orders Investigation into Amnestys EndBadGovernance Allegations Against Police

The Inspector-General of Police, Kayode Egbetokun, has ordered an investigation into allegations by Amnesty International that police used excessive force against civilians during protests in Nigeria. The IG expressed concerns over the report's findings, which have sparked widespread outrage.

The Inspector-General of Police, Kayode Egbetokun, has ordered an investigation into allegations made by Amnesty International that the police have used excessive force and killed citizens during protests under the hashtag #EndBadGovernance. The accusations were part of a broader report by Amnesty International, which criticized government actions as "widespread and systematic" and called for accountability from law enforcement officials. The police have been accused of using lethal force against protesters, leading to widespread condemnation from human rights groups and civil society organizations. The investigation aims to clarify the circumstances surrounding these events and ensure transparency and accountability within the police force.