The Nigerian Police
The Nigerian Police Force is the standard law enforcement and security agency in Nigeria established in 1930. This agency has exclusive jurisdiction across the 36 states in Nigeria with thousands of members working to fulfill the purpose of the organization. It is grouped into 17 zones and 8 administrative organs and has its headquarters in Abuja. The Police force is currently headed by Inspector General of Police Kayode Egbetokun.
Functions of the Nigerian Police
Everybody knows that the police have to protect the citizens of Nigeria, but here is a more detailed list of the functions of the police as stated in Section 4 of the Police Acts1. The prevention and detection of crime.
2. The preservation of law and order.
3. The performance of such military duties within and outside Nigeria as may be required of them by or under the authority of the police act or any other act.
4. The apprehension of offenders.
5. The due enforcement of laws and regulations with which they are directly charged.
6. The protection of life and property.
Problems of the Nigerian Police Force
1. Inadequate equipment in the Police force due to insufficient funding. The Police need to have equipment in excess to tackle the insecurity issues in the nation but that is not the case in Nigeria. It isn't surprising for a policeman to say the fuel in their patrol vehicle is finished when it is time to attend to an emergency
2. There is a shortage of quality and educated personnel. The recruitment process is compromised and inefficient as the police do not adequate database to screen their officers. Also, continuous training of the personnel doesn't take place in the Nigerian Police force which is a requirement to keep them agile and sound in their work.
3. Lack of public cooperation due to the stereotype that Police are not nice people. The poor public perception of the criminal justice system (which includes courts, prosecution agencies, etc.) has a negative impact on the police. The level of impersonation in the Police force has also made citizens not trust officers in uniform.
Ranks of the Nigerian Police Force
Below is the complete list of the ranks of the Nigerian Police Force in the descending order1. Inspector General
2. Deputy Inspector-General of Police
3. Assistant Inspector-General of Police
4. Commissioner of Police
5. Deputy Commissioner of Police
6. Assistant Commissioner of Police
7. Chief Superintendent of Police
8. Superintendent of Police
9. Deputy Superintendent of Police
10. Assistant Superintendent of Police
11. Assistant Superintendent on Probation
12. Cadet Assistant Superintendent
13. Chief Inspector
14. Principal Inspector
15. Confirmed Inspector
16. Unconfirmed Inspector
17. Cadet Inspector
18. Sergeant Major
19. Sergeant
20. Corporal
21. Constable
The Nigerian Police act
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How to join the Nigerian Police Force as a graduate
Before you can apply to join the Nigerian Police Force as a graduate of any institution, there are certain requirements that you must meet. They are:
1. An applicant Must be a Nigerian Citizen by birth.
2. Applicants must be between the ages of 20 and 28 years.
3. You must possess a minimum of 5 credits in O’ Level Examinations SSCE (WAEC, GCE, NABTEB, NECO) in not more than 2 sittings, and at least, Credit in English and Mathematics.
4. You must be psychologically, physically, & mentally and medically fit.
5. You must not have any Criminal record of any form of conviction.
6. Applicants must not have less than 86cm expanded chest measurement (for males).
7. Any female Applicants must not be pregnant.
Height must not be less than 1.67m tall for males, and not less than 1.64m tall for females
8. Applicant must be a University or Polytechnic Graduate.
If you meet the above requirements, proceed to the recruitment website to apply
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When was the Nigerian Police force established?
It was established in 1930.Who is the current Nigerian inspector general of police?
The current Inspector General of Police is Kayode Egbetokun