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I have ordered a full and transparent investigation into the deaths of suspected illegal miners detained by the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps following enforcement operations around the Lt. Gen. Mohammed Inuwa Wushishi Estate in Minna, Niger State. The life of every Nigerian matters. No citizen should lose their life while in government custody as a result of negligence, abuse, inhumane treatment or dereliction of duty. I am deeply concerned by the reported deaths. This is a grave m…

Police can soon issue move-on orders to people being disorderly in public places with legislation passing its final reading in Parliament today, Justice Minister Paul Goldsmith says. “Move-on orders are going to reclaim our streets and town squares for the enjoyment of those who visit, work and live there. “Businesses, residents and visitors are paying the price for unprecedented levels of disruption. Many are just trying to make a living, but have to face people camped outside their store, da…

The Government’s new anti-stalking law is proving to be highly successful with police taking over 1,000 actions in just over three months, Justice Minister Paul Goldsmith and Police Minister Mark Mitchell say. Police have laid 140 charges before the Courts and issued 918 notices under the new stalking and harassment legislation since it came into effect on 26 May. “These results demonstrate the tough new reality stalkers are facing – one where there are real consequences for their actions,” Mr…

When a criminal points a weapon at a police officer, they are confronting not merely that officer, they are confronting the authority of the Republic of South Africa. They are essentially confronting all of us. For this reason, those who murder police officers must know that the full might of the law will be brought to bear upon them. Those who plan these attacks must be found. And I'm pleased to hear acting Minister Cachalia say a number of them have been found, investigations are ongoing, and …

At this moment, the South African Police Service is operating under intense public scrutiny. The eyes of the South African public are looking at you as the police officers of our country. Serious allegations and revelations before the Judicial Commission of Inquiry have raised legitimate concerns about leadership, accountability, and institutional integrity within parts of our police system. These matters must be confronted. We cannot run away from them. And we cannot hide from them. They must b…