Nigeria Police Force Urges Public Not to Pay for Bail

The Nigeria Police Force has issued a warning to the public against paying money for bail, stating that both the giver and receiver of such payments could face arrest and prosecution. Awuf Jonah, Head of the Complaint Response Unit, made this statement during a sensitisation rally in Lagos on Friday.

He reiterated that police bail is free and that no payments should be made during arrests. The Inspector-General of Police, Olatunji Disu, has previously emphasized this point.

The rally, organized in partnership with the Eagle Crime Awareness and Prevention Initiative, aimed to educate residents on reporting police misconduct and to promote accountability. The event featured various outreach activities and highlighted the importance of public cooperation in improving police-community relations.

Jonah noted that complaints received by the unit are thoroughly investigated, and officers found guilty face disciplinary actions. He encouraged residents to report misconduct through designated communication channels, including telephone and WhatsApp.