Why SARS Disbandment Falls Short Of Expectations – Amnesty International

Why SARS Disbandment Falls Short Of Expectations – Amnesty International—-Following the disbandment of the Special Anti-Robbery Squad (SARS) by IGP Adamu, the Amnesty International Nigeria says the dissolvement falls short of expectations.

The Genius Media recalls the The Inspector-General of Police said the operatives would be deployed to State formations but Osai Ojigho, the Director of AI said the announcement did not disclose how the issues they raised would be addressed.

The displeased Amnesty International through its Director listed out the following demands:

“Today’s announcement by the IGP disbanding the infamous SARS falls short of demands for accountability and justice for abuses committed by the unit and the police in general.”

“Disbanding SARS must be supported by addressing the underlying issues that allowed impunity to thrive.”

AI is seeking immediate and unhindered access to SARS and other police detention centres by oversight bodies such as Police Service Commission, National Human Rights Commission, as well as lawyers and human rights defenders.

“Immediate investigation and prosecution of all police officers who have been accused of grave human rights violations such as extrajudicial executions, torture, and other ill-treatment.

“A clear and concise timeline for the implementation of the reforms to end police atrocities is key to safeguarding trust between Nigerians and the authorities”, Ojigho added.

Nigerian govt, Police encouraged SARS impunity, failed in its duties – Amnesty International