The Cross River State Police Command has reaffirmed its commitment to strengthening the implementation of criminal justice laws through enhanced collaboration with key stakeholders in the justice sector.
This followed a strategic engagement between the Command, led by Commissioner of Police, Rashid B. Afegbua, and the Basic Rights Counsel Initiative (BRCI) at the Command Headquarters on April 13, 2026.
The meeting brought together members of the Command’s management team and a delegation comprising representatives of the National Human Rights Commission (NHRC), Legal Aid Council, and other critical stakeholders, in a concerted effort to improve justice delivery in the state.
Discussions focused extensively on the effective implementation of key legal frameworks, including the Administration of Criminal Justice Law 2016, the Administration of Criminal Justice Act 2015, and the Police Act 2020. Participants examined enforcement strategies and practical approaches to ensuring compliance with provisions designed to promote accountability, protect human rights, and enhance the efficiency of the criminal justice system.
The engagement underscored the importance of synergy among justice sector actors, with stakeholders agreeing that stronger collaboration is vital to achieving a more responsive and rights-based policing framework.
In his remarks, CP Afegbua reaffirmed the Command’s unwavering commitment to upholding the rule of law and implementing the provisions of the relevant laws.
“The Command remains dedicated to rights-based policing, professionalism, and continuous capacity building for our officers,” he said.
He further assured stakeholders of sustained partnership, noting that collaboration remains key to strengthening justice delivery and building public confidence in law enforcement.
