Section 2 Nigeria Police Act

Section 2 of the Nigeria Police Act 2020 is about Specific objectives. It is under Part I (Preliminary) of the Act. It provides as follows:

The specific objectives of this Act are to-

(a) provide for a Police Force that is more responsive to the needs of the general public and has entrenched in i ts operations the values of fairness, justice and equity ;

(b) reposition the Police Force to uphold and safeguard the fundamental rights of every person in Nigeria in i ts operations ;

(c) bring about a positive change in the public perception of the Police Force by ensuring that its functions are performed in a manner sensitive to the needs and well-being of the general public ;

(d) empower the Police Force to effectively prevent crimes without threatening the liberty and privacy of persons in Nigeria;

(e) strengthen the Police Force in the performance of its functions, including safety and security of all persons, communities and property in Nigeria;

(f) ensure that the police performs its functions by creating the enabling
environment to foster cooperation and partnership between it and the community it serves to effectively prevent, reduce or eradicate crimes ;

(g) develop professionalism in the Police Force by providing relevant training in all police formations in Nigeria for enhanced performance; and

(h) respect for rights of victims of crime and an understanding of their needs.