Police Reform: Take Cue From Lagos State RRS, Gov. Sanwo-Olu Tells Buhari

Lagos State governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu has advised President Muhammadu Buhari to take a cue from the state Rapid Response Squad (RRS) on the dissolution of SARS and reformation of the Police.

AllNews reports that the Sanwo-Olu also stated that the Nigerian Police can be adequately reformed through proper funding.

The governor, in a statement released via a micro-blogging site, Twitter said it is the constant funding from the Lagos State Security Trust Fund and the government that has made RRS the “definition of friendly police”.

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He tweeted: “A week ago, I spoke to the IGP and there has been a lot of work going on behind the scenes.

“We thank the FG for listening to the voice of the people via peaceful but powerful protests showing the people’s commitment to protecting each other irrespective of gender or tribe.

“It is an undeniable fact that The Police Force needs strong and enduring reforms. A good example of a reformed unit is the Lagos RRS.

“With constant funding from the Lagos State Security Trust Fund and the LASG, the RRS is the definition of friendly police.

“They have not nicknamed The Good Guys for nothing. They help to make our lives easier in many ways. This shows it is possible to reform the police. A more intelligent and empathetic force is needed.