Inspector General of Police Kayode Egbetokun says criminals who want to give up violence and choose peace won’t be turned away, but that doesn’t mean the police are easing up.
Speaking to the media recently, Egbetokun made it clear the Nigeria Police Force is willing to accept those who genuinely want to change, while still going hard after those who don’t.
“Criminals who want to embrace peace, we will not shut the doors to them. If they want to surrender, they are welcome,” he said.
“But that does not mean we are going to relax our onslaught on them.”
The IGP also expressed concern about the rising number of attacks on police officers, calling the trend completely unacceptable.
He warned Nigerians against confronting or assaulting officers on duty, even when they disagree with how an officer is handling a situation.
“I have repeatedly warned against attacking police officers on lawful duties,” Egbetokun said. “If you do not agree with the conduct of any police officer, do not attack that policeman. Report his conduct to his superiors.”
