The President, General Muhammadu Buhari, has intervened in the ongoing protests against brutality and extortion by operatives of the Special Anti Robbery Squad.
He also directed the Inspector General of Police, Adamu Mohammed, to reform the FSARS.
He gave the instruction during a meeting with the IGP on Friday.
The president also send his apology in a series of tweets after the meeting.
he said "The IG already has my firm instructions to conclusively address the concerns of Nigerians regarding these excesses, & ensure erring personnel are brought to justice. I appeal for patience & calm, even as Nigerians freely exercise their right to peacefully make their views known".
"The vast majority of men and women of the Nigeria Police Force are patriotic and committed to protecting the lives and livelihoods of Nigerians, and we will continue to support them to do their job".
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