Nigeria police hold Instagram live with singer Naira Marley
In Nigeria, the Special Anti-Raiding Brigade is particularly singled out for its violent methods (illustrative image).
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After a wave of criticism on social networks, the Nigerian police launched a communication operation aimed at young people, tired of the excesses of some officers.
The Special Anti-Raiding Brigade is particularly singled out for its violent methods, bordering on legality.
In recent days, many celebrities have taken up this cause, including song superstars Wizkid and Davido.
But it was another popular singer, Naira Marley, who was able to speak to a police spokesperson live on Tuesday, October 6.
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With our correspondent in Lagos,
Liza Fabbian
The protest promised by singer Naira Marley was replaced by a discussion with the Nigerian police spokesperson.
In this
live Instagram
followed by about 30,000 people live, the Nigerian singer spoke for the youth: "
In Nigeria, we see members of the anti-trafficking squad everywhere, when they should not intervene. only in the event of burglaries.
Then we want them all to wear their uniforms and get around in a police vehicle.
They can no longer drive around in unmarked cars, dressed as if they were outlaws themselves
, ”he said.
Promise of reform
In front of him, the spokesperson of the police force Franck Mba promised a reform of the special anti-raiding unit, while asking for more resources for his men.
He seems to recognize the drifts.
“
If all police officers in Nigeria were equipped with tasers, for example, they wouldn't have to fire live ammunition at suspects.
With a taser, they would have a way to immobilize them without inflicting life-threatening injuries on them
, ”he said.
On the other hand, there is no question of dissolving the controversial special unit, according to the Nigerian police spokesperson, while civil society organizations fear announcements that will not be acted upon.
On Sunday, the Nigerian police chief announced that this special unit could no longer carry out identity checks or stop motorists.
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