CP Danladi Isa Charges Abia Police Officers on Professionalism, Human Rights.

CP Danladi Isa Charges Abia Police Officers on Professionalism, Human Rights.

The Commissioner of Police, Danladi Isa, has directed strategic officers of the Abia State Police Command to uphold professionalism, respect human rights and strengthen accountability in the discharge of their duties.

Speaking during a lecture conference held on Thursday at the Command Headquarters in Umuahia, the police commissioner met with Area Commanders, Divisional Police Officers, Heads of Departments and the Commander of the Violent Crime Response Unit, where he conveyed directives from the Inspector-General of Police following the recently concluded senior officers’ conference.

CP Isa said officers must ensure that all cases under investigation are regularly updated on the Command’s database system to enhance accountability, supervision and seamless transmission of records to the Force Headquarters database.

He issued a strong warning against extrajudicial killings, describing such acts as unlawful and contrary to both local and international human rights standards.

According to him, any officer found involved in such conduct will face internal disciplinary measures, including prosecution.

The commissioner also directed officers to sustain regular community engagements and submit reports of such meetings to the Command, stressing that effective policing depends on closer collaboration with the public.

He further warned against arbitrary raids, stating that all operations must henceforth be intelligence-led. Officers, he added, must appear in proper uniform with visible non-detachable name tags, remain well-groomed and comply strictly with the social media policy of the Nigeria Police Force.

Addressing personnel of the Violent Crime Response Unit, CP Isa reminded them that the recent screening and training exercises placed greater responsibility on the unit to demonstrate professionalism and civility.

He said misconduct, harassment, over-detention, extortion and brutality would not be tolerated, adding that commanders would be held accountable for the actions of officers under their supervision.

He also cautioned officers against handling purely civil matters, directing that parties involved in such disputes should seek redress in court. However, he noted that land disputes with criminal elements must be referred directly to his office for review and necessary action.

The police commissioner further ordered regular lectures across formations to keep personnel abreast of laws guiding police operations, while urging commanding officers to properly supervise their subordinates to avoid vicarious liability.

CP Isa reiterated the Command’s zero tolerance for impunity and unprofessional conduct, emphasizing that officers must remain civil, lawful and respectful of the rights of citizens. He also directed the Complaints Response Unit of the Command to remain active in receiving complaints against officers.

He concluded by conveying the appreciation of the Inspector-General of Police to officers and men of the Command for their commitment to security, reminding them that greater responsibility comes with greater expectations.