CHSR Condemns AIG Jimoh’s Appointment, Backs New Lagos Police Commissioner

 

The Centre for Human and Socio-Economic Rights (CHSR), a non-governmental organization focused on the promotion and protection of human and socio-economic rights in Nigeria, has strongly opposed the appointment of Assistant Inspector-General of Police (AIG) Moshood Jimoh as head of Zone 2 Police Command.

In a press statement issued on Tuesday, the group said its position was based on Jimoh’s track record during his tenure as Commissioner of Police in Lagos State, which it described as falling short of expected standards in professionalism, accountability, and respect for human rights.

According to CHSR, there were repeated complaints during his time in office about restricted access to justice, including alleged refusal by authorities to attend to or follow up on petitions and complaints from members of the public.

The organization also raised concerns over what it described as actions inconsistent with democratic policing, citing an incident involving the declaration of a citizen as wanted for participating in a protest against the demolition of the Oworonshoki community. The group noted that the incident attracted legal scrutiny and raised broader human rights concerns.

CHSR further alleged that Jimoh’s conduct in office suggested a lack of neutrality, particularly in matters involving government policies such as community demolitions.

The group highlighted specific incidents in January 2026, including the alleged rejection of a notification for a peaceful protest and a request for police protection, as well as the reported use of tear gas on demonstrators at the Lagos State House of Assembly. It also cited claims of misinformation about protesters’ conduct and alleged assaults on protest leaders during demonstrations.

CHSR warned that Jimoh’s appointment to oversee Zone 2 Police Command, which covers Lagos and Ogun states, could undermine public trust in the Nigeria Police Force and expose the institution to further allegations of misconduct.

In contrast, the organization commended the appointment of Commissioner of Police Fatai Tijani as the new head of the Lagos State Police Command. It described Tijani as experienced and competent, citing his previous roles, including Officer-in-Charge of the State Criminal Investigation Department (SCID) Panti, Area Commander of Area C, and Deputy Commissioner of Police (Operations) in Lagos.

CHSR said Tijani’s appointment represents a positive step toward restoring public confidence in policing in the state.

The group also congratulated the Inspector-General of Police, Tunji Disu, on his recent elevation, expressing confidence in his ability to drive reforms within the Nigeria Police Force. It noted his previous service as Commander of the Rapid Response Squad (RRS) and Commissioner of Police in the Intelligence Response Team (IRT) as evidence of his capacity to strengthen professionalism and accountability in the force.

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