**Good News for Nigerians: Courts Rule in Favour of Recording Police on Duty** In a landmark decision that promises to hold our law enforcement agencies accountable, a Federal High Court in Warri, Delta State, has ruled that Nigerians have the constitutional right to record police officers while they carry out their duties in public. This judgement, which was delivered on March 14, 2023, has significant implications for policing in our country. According to the ruling, police officers must wear visible name tags and display their police force numbers while on duty. They are also prohibited from harassing, intimidating, arresting, or seizing devices from citizens who are documenting their activities. These measures are aimed at promoting transparency and accountability in the policing system. The court's decision was in response to a lawsuit filed by Maxwell Uwaifo, who was allegedly harassed by the police for filming them while they were conducting a search operation in his community. The court awarded Mr. Uwaifo N5 million in damages and N2 million to cover his litigation costs. This ruling is a major step forward for civil liberties and public accountability in Nigeria. It reinforces the right of Nigerians to freely document police actions in public spaces without fear of intimidation or retaliation. For too long, Nigerians have been denied this basic right, and this judgement is a welcome development. The implications of this ruling are far-reaching and could lead to improved policing standards in our country. It also sets a precedent for other cases involving police misconduct and the violation of citizens' rights. As Mr. Uwaifo rightly said, this judgement has significant implications for policing standards, civil liberties, and public accountability across Nigeria. We believe that this ruling is a major victory for Nigerians and a step in the right direction towards building a more transparent and accountable policing system.