The training focused on the Administration of Criminal Justice Act (ACJA) 2015 and other legal frameworks governing law enforcement, including investigations, arrests, handling of suspects and prosecution.
Participants included area commanders, divisional officers, intelligence and investigation operatives, legal officers, station officers, cell guards, anti-corruption personnel, critical national assets and infrastructure operatives, and tactical commanders.
Alilu warned that violations of due process during arrests, interrogations and detention could weaken prosecutions, expose officers to litigation and infringe on citizens’ fundamental rights.
He said security operations must comply with the law, stressing the need for professionalism, accountability and respect for human dignity.
The Cross River State Commandant, Okarazu Chima, urged participants to apply the knowledge gained to their duties.
He thanked the Commandant-General, Ahmed Abubakar Audi, for approving the training and appointing Alilu as facilitator.
Okarazu also warned officers against legal violations that could expose the command to avoidable lawsuits or lead to infringements on citizens’ rights.
The training featured interactive sessions, case studies and discussions on operational challenges faced by personnel.
