“Everybody Should Be Involved”

The dire need for the participation of all Nigerian citizens in the policing, maintenance of law and security in Nigeria

Abstract

The paper serves as a clarion call to every Nigerian citizen to actively participate in creating a crime-free and better Nigeria for all. The security situation in Nigeria is deeply troubling to both the government and its citizens. There is an urgent need to address this issue before it escalates. To achieve positive results, collaborative efforts among the police, government, and members of the public are essential for protecting lives and property at all levels within Nigeria. Several key factors should be prioritized to enhance the effectiveness of policing activities in Nigeria. These include the age-grade system, communal vigilante groups, hunters’ associations, the police at state and regional levels, traditional rulers, the government, and every patriotic citizen. Furthermore, police-community partnerships, information sharing, and police involvement in community affairs should be emphasized as vital strategies for effective policing in Nigeria. It is, therefore, imperative that Nigerian citizens adopt a culture of integrity, social justice, and a thorough moral re-evaluation to foster the mutual support necessary for proactive policing in the country. This paper aims to demonstrate that Nigeria can successfully tackle crime if everyone is involved in the crime prevention process, working in collaboration with law enforcement agencies.