The Commissioner of Police in Sokoto State, Hayatu Hassan Shaffa, has reaffirmed the commitment of the Nigeria Police Force to strengthening collaboration with the judiciary to enhance criminal justice administration and improve the prosecution of criminal cases.
Shaffa stated this during separate familiarisation visits to the Chief Judge of Sokoto State, Justice Muhammad Saidu Sifawa, and the state’s Attorney General and Commissioner for Justice, Barr. Nasir Muhammad Binji, in Sokoto.
He described the police and the judiciary as indispensable partners in the administration of justice, stressing that closer cooperation would improve the quality of investigations, support effective prosecution and ensure timely dispensation of justice.
The police commissioner also reiterated the command’s commitment to evidence-based investigations, intelligence-led policing and strict compliance with the Administration of Criminal Justice Act (ACJA) in carrying out its duties.
According to him, sustained engagement with judicial institutions will also strengthen the capacity of police personnel to tackle emerging crimes and address challenges that delay prosecution.
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Responding, the Chief Judge, Justice Sa’idu Sifawa, pledged the judiciary’s continued support for the police to ensure speedy and effective dispensation of justice in accordance with the law.
Similarly, the Attorney General, Barrister Nasiru Binji, reaffirmed the Ministry of Justice’s commitment to strengthening collaboration with the police, noting that effective inter-agency cooperation remains essential to upholding the rule of law, protecting citizens’ rights and promoting good governance.
The visits formed part of the police command’s ongoing engagement with key stakeholders in the criminal justice system aimed at enhancing institutional cooperation in crime prevention and justice delivery.
