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The Digest:

Lagos State Commissioner of Police, Tijani Fatai, has stated that anyone is free to record a police officer carrying out their lawful duties. In an interview with News Central, Fatai said: "You can record us, and we can record you as well. Anybody can record a support system at his duty post, since the police officer is doing the right thing." He also reiterated a standing order warning police officers against searching Nigerians' phones.

Key Points:
  • Police officers have nothing to fear if they are doing the right thing.
  • The directive aims to protect citizens' privacy and data.
  • Officers have been formally warned against checking phones.
  • The statement reinforces citizens' rights to document police encounters.
  • This follows concerns over police misconduct and phone seizures.

Citizens now have clear backing to record police officers without fear of harassment.

Sources: Social Media