**A New Era for Nigeria Police: A Call to Reclaim Honesty and Respect for Human Rights** As Nigeria welcomes its new Inspector General of Police (IGP) Olatunji Disu, a renewed sense of hope and expectation fills the air. Deji Adeyanju, a respected human rights lawyer, has seized this moment to issue a clarion call to the new IGP: end the abuse of cybercrimes laws, and reclaim the Nigeria Police Force's lost glory as a guardian of citizens' rights and safety. In recent years, the Nigerian Police Force has veered significantly from its core duties of protecting lives and property. Instead, it has become notorious for extortion, unlawful arrests, and the misuse of laws to silence dissenting voices. The Cybercrimes (Prohibition and Prevention) Act, meant to safeguard the digital space, has been misused to stifle freedom of expression. This is unacceptable and must be addressed urgently. Adeyanju's charge to the new IGP is clear: prioritize human rights and reform the Police Force's internal practices to align with international standards of policing. This includes ending extortion, unlawful arrests, and the misuse of cybercrimes laws. The Police must also focus on its core constitutional responsibilities, such as combating armed robbery, kidnapping, terrorism, and organized criminal gangs. Furthermore, the Police must withdraw from civil disputes like land matters, tenancy disagreements, and domestic issues. This is not only a misuse of power but also a distraction from the Police's primary mandate. By reining in these excesses, the Nigeria Police Force can rebuild public confidence and regain its status as a source of national pride. The new IGP has a unique opportunity to write a new chapter in the history of the Nigeria Police Force. With Adeyanju's call to action, Nigerians eagerly await the reforms that will restore the Police's integrity and respect for human rights. Will the new IGP rise to the challenge and lead the Police Force towards a brighter future? Only time will tell, but one thing is certain: the Nigerian people are watching with bated breath.