The Nigeria Police Force (NPF) has cautioned Nigerians to never resist arrest by police officers even if they believe the arrest to be illegal.
As part of its drive to improve interactions between police officers and members of the public, the Force released tips for safe and cordial conduct during an arrest situation.
Noting that arrest situations can easily turn violent if not properly handled, the Force warned Nigerians that resisting arrest, which constitutes offence on its own, can portray one as a hostile person.
To educate Nigerians on how to behave in arrest situations, the Force warned that resisting arrest could result in harm to the suspect or the arresting officer.
"Do not resist arrest. Even if you believe that the arrest is illegal or uncalled for, allow the arrest to take place without any incident.
"Note that resisting arrest could lead to an encounter that might result in harm, injuries and/or permanent disabilities or death to you or even the officer arresting you.
"It is therefore better to allow the arrest to take place without an incident and thereafter seek redress and appropriate sanction against the defaulting officer through a legitimate process," the Force advised.
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