Lagos police boss tells officers to stop searching phones
Tijani Fatai, the Commissioner of Police in Lagos State, has instructed officers not to search citizens’ mobile phones, emphasizing that this is not allowed under current police guidelines. In a video, Fatai highlighted the importance of professionalism and respecting citizens’ rights during police operations. He stated that officers should not fear being recorded if they are acting lawfully, as accountability is expected from both police and the public. The police chief made it clear that officers should focus on searching vehicles rather than personal devices.
What happened
- Tijani Fatai warned officers against searching individuals’ phones, stating it is not permitted.
- He stressed that police should act professionally and respect citizens’ rights.
- Fatai said officers have nothing to fear from being recorded if they follow the law.
- He reiterated that police checks should focus on vehicles and verifying passengers, not personal devices.
- The main aim of checks is to ensure passengers are not boarding vehicles operated by criminals.
