The Nigeria Police Force plans to introduce body cameras for officers, enhancing transparency and professionalism. Force PRO Muyiwa Adejobi announced the initiative, aiming to rebuild public trust, reduce misconduct, and ensure accountability. This marks a significant step in addressing longstanding calls for police reform across the country.
The Nigeria Police Force (NPF) is set to implement the use of body cameras for its officers, according to Muyiwa Adejobi, the Force's Public Relations Officer. Speaking during an interview on Channels Television’s The Morning Brief, Adejobi disclosed that plans are underway to equip officers with body cams as part of efforts to enhance transparency and accountability within the police force.
Adejobi emphasized the importance of this technological advancement in addressing public concerns about police misconduct and building trust between law enforcement and citizens. He stated that the introduction of body cameras would provide reliable evidence during investigations, reduce incidents of misconduct, and promote professionalism in the force.
While Adejobi did not specify a timeline for the rollout, the announcement signals a significant shift in Nigeria’s policing approach. Citizens and stakeholders are eager to see how effectively the initiative will be executed and whether it will yield the desired improvements in law enforcement practices.
