AIG unhappy with time suspects spend behind bars, cautions CP over detention period in cell
AIG unhappy with time suspects spend behind bars, cautions CP over detention period in cell
The Assistant Inspector-General Police, Federal Criminal Investigation Department (FCID), Ikoyi, Lagos, Mr Idowu Owohunwa, has visited the Police Special Fraud Unit, where he interacted with 20 detained suspects.
Owohunwa, who visited the Unit as part of police formations under his watch on Friday, decided to visit the cell to see the number of detainees and their condition.
This is contained in a statement issued on Friday by the spokesperson for the department, ASP Aminat Mayegun.
The AIG, was however, after interaction with the suspects, not comfortable with the number of days some of them had spent at the SFU Cell.
He, therefore, cautioned the Commissioner of Police in charge of the Unit against exceeding the period of detention.
Owohunwa emphasised the importance of consistent monitoring of the cell to prevent custodial violence.
He highlighted the necessity to respect the rights of citizens in custody.
The AIG stressed that his visit served as a reminder to officers to ensure humane treatment and the fundamental rights of individuals in detention.
Owohunwa urged all sectional heads to take a proactive approach by routinely visiting the cell within their purview, to ensure justice and preservation of human rights. (NAN)
