The Special Anti-Robbery Squad was accused of brutality
Audio By Carbonatix
The head of Nigerian police says a new unit has been set up to replace the controversial Special Anti Robbery Squad, known as Sars, which was disbanded following protests over human rights abuses.
The new unit will be known as Swat or the Special Weapons and Tactics Team.
Correspondents say many Nigerians are sceptical and continue to protest to call for major police reforms.
In a bid to address the concerns the police chief said all members from the disbanded Sars unit would undergo a psychological and medical examination before further training and redeployment.
He also ordered the unconditional release of all people arrested during the protests.
DISCLAIMER: The Views, Comments, Opinions, Contributions and Statements made by Readers and Contributors on this platform do not necessarily represent the views or policy of Multimedia Group Limited.
DISCLAIMER: The Views, Comments, Opinions, Contributions and Statements made by Readers and Contributors on this platform do not necessarily represent the views or policy of Multimedia Group Limited.
Latest Stories
-
England are tough, but we can play against Ghana, Panama – Croatia coach reacts to World Cup draw
2 hours -
We can beat anyone – Otto Addo reacts to World Cup draw
2 hours -
GPL 2025/26: Mensah brace fires All Blacks to victory over Eleven Wonders
3 hours -
This Saturday on Newsfile: Petitions against the OSP, EC heads, and 2025 WASSCE results
4 hours -
Ambassador urges U.S. investors to prioritise land verification as Ghana courts more investment
4 hours -
Europe faces an expanding corruption crisis
4 hours -
Ghana’s Dr Bernard Appiah appointed to WHO Technical Advisory Group on alcohol and drug epidemiology
4 hours -
2026 World Cup: Ghana drawn against England, Croatia and Panama in Group L
5 hours -
3 dead, 6 injured in Kpando–Aziave road crash
5 hours -
Lightwave eHealth accuses Health Ministry of ‘fault-finding’ and engaging competitor to audit its work
5 hours -
Ayewa Festival ignites Farmers Day with culture, flavour, and a promise of bigger things ahead
5 hours -
Government to deploy 60,000 surveillance cameras nationwide to tackle cybercrime
5 hours -
Ghana DJ Awards begins 365-day countdown to 2026 event
5 hours -
Making Private University Charters Optional in Ghana: Implications and Opportunities
5 hours -
Mampong tragedy: Students among 30 injured as curve crash kills three
5 hours