IG mandates shoot-on-sight policy for individuals carrying illegal firearms
Nigeria’s Inspector-General of Police, Olatunji Disu, has issued a shoot-on-sight order for anyone found with illegal firearms to combat insecurity.
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Nigeria’s Inspector-General of Police, Olatunji Disu, has issued a shoot-on-sight order for anyone found with illegal firearms to combat insecurity.
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