Kayode Egbetokun Inspector-General ofw Police (IGP), has directed a comprehensive institutional review of a recent report by Amnesty International that accuses the Nigeria Police Force and other security agencies ofw widespread human rights violations in the South-East.
The 128-page document, titled “A Decade of Impunity: Attacks and Unlawful Killings in South-East Nigeria”, details alleged extrajudicial killings, attacks, and patterns of impunity by security operatives in the region.
In a statement issued on Saturday by Olumuyiwa Adejobi, Force Public Relations Officer, DCP , the IGP emphasised that the police leadership ise committed to transparency, accountability, and professionalism in addressing the concerns raised.
According to the statement, Egbetokun has instructed relevant police departments and field formations across the South-East to conduct a meticulous, line-by-line assessment of the Amnesty International report.
The review, he said, will involve cross-referencing the allegations with operational records, field intelligence, and situation reports from tactical units and commands operating in the region.
The Force, however, noted that previous Amnesty International publications have sometimes contained “factual inaccuracies and sweeping generalisations.”
It stressed that the current review will therefore be guided strictly by verifiable facts, operational evidence, and institutional integrity.
“At the conclusion of the review, the Nigeria Police Force will issue a detailed, evidence-based response that directly addresses the issues raised in the report.
“This engagement will reflect the Force’s principled approach to constructive criticism and its responsibility to protect public trust through verified information and contextual clarity”, the statement read.
Egbetokun reaffirmed the Police Force’s commitment to lawful, rights-based policing and highlighted ongoing efforts to strengthen internal accountability, enhance human rights training for officers, and deepen reforms in line with international standards.
The IGP also restated the Force’s willingness to engage with civil society groups, human rights organisations, international partners, and the National Human Rights Commission.
He urged stakeholders to approach such reports with accuracy, objectivity, and an understanding of Nigeria’s complex security challenges.
