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Policing And Law Enforcement In Nigeria

This course introduces students to the fundamental principles of policing and law enforcement in Nigeria. It explores the historical evolution of policing, from pre-colonial times to the modern Nigeria Police Force. Key topics include police organization, administration, powers, functions, ethics, community relations, and human rights. The course also examines contemporary challenges such as corruption, cybercrime, and the role of women in law enforcement. Students will gain a comprehensive understanding of policing strategies and their impact on Nigerian society.

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52h
Study Time
13
Weeks
4h
Per Week
none
Math Level
Course Keywords
PolicingLaw EnforcementNigeriaCriminal JusticeCommunity Policing

Course Overview

Everything you need to know about this course

Course Difficulty

Intermediate Level
Builds on foundational knowledge
65%
intermediate
📚
Math Level
No Math
📖
Learning Type
Theoretical Focus

Course Topics

Key areas covered in this course

1

History of Policing

2

Police Organization

3

Police Powers and Functions

4

Community Policing

5

Police Ethics

6

Criminal Procedure

7

Cyber Crime

8

Human Rights

Total Topics8 topics

Ready to Start

No specific requirements needed

This course is designed to be accessible to all students. You can start immediately without any prior knowledge or specific preparation.

Assessment Methods

How your progress will be evaluated (3 methods)

Assignments

Comprehensive evaluation of course material understanding

Written Assessment

Tutor-Marked Assessments

Comprehensive evaluation of course material understanding

Written Assessment

Final Examination

Comprehensive evaluation of course material understanding

Written Assessment

Career Opportunities

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Police Officer

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Security Analyst

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Law Enforcement Agent

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Investigator

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Security Manager

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Industry Applications

Real-world sectors where you can apply your knowledge

Law EnforcementSecurity ServicesGovernment AgenciesPrivate SecurityInternational Organizations

Study Schedule Beta

A structured 13-week journey through the course content

Week
1

Module 1:

4h

Unit 1: History of Policing and Law Enforcement

2 study hours
  • •Read Unit 1: History of Policing and Law Enforcement, focusing on the definition of police and early policing methods.
  • •Identify the key principles guiding police work and the individuals credited with establishing modern police departments.

Unit 2: History of Nigeria Police from 1861 - 1966

2 study hours
  • •Read Unit 2: History of Nigeria Police from 1861-1966, paying attention to the colonial restructuring of native authority police.
  • •Understand the amalgamation of the Nigeria Police Force in 1930 and its evolution in post-colonial Nigeria.
Week
2

Module 1:

4h

Unit 3: Police Organisation and Administration

2 study hours
  • •Study Unit 3: Police Organisation and Administration, focusing on the constitutional establishment of the Nigeria Police Force and its command structure.
  • •Understand the appointment of the Inspector-General and the delegation of powers.

Unit 4: Functions and Power of the Nigeria Police

2 study hours
  • •Study Unit 4: Functions and Power of the Nigeria Police, focusing on the statutory functions of the Nigeria Police.
  • •Understand the governance and oversight of the Nigeria Police Force, including the roles of the Police Council and Police Service Commission.
Week
3

Module 2:

4h

Unit 1: Methodology of Policing

2 study hours
  • •Study Unit 1: Methodology of Policing, focusing on preventive and detective methods.
  • •Analyze how methodology functions in different crime situations.

Unit 2: Crime Detection and Criminal Investigation Aspect of the Police

2 study hours
  • •Study Unit 2: Crime Detection and Criminal Investigation Aspect of the Police, focusing on the goals of criminal investigation and detective operations.
  • •Understand surveillance, interrogation, and the use of records in crime detection.
Week
4

Module 2:

6h

Unit 3: Training and Retraining in the Nigeria Police Force

2 study hours
  • •Study Unit 3: Training and Retraining in the Nigeria Police Force, focusing on the historical perspective and the Department of Training at the FHQ.
  • •Identify various training institutions and their specific responsibilities.

Unit 4: Police Discretion and Role Dilemma of the Police

2 study hours
  • •Study Unit 4: Police Discretion and Role Dilemma of the Police, focusing on the definition of discretion and factors influencing it.
  • •Understand the sociological perspective and the Doughnut theory of discretion.

Unit 5: The Police Culture or Sub-Culture

2 study hours
  • •Study Unit 5: The Police Culture or Sub-Culture, focusing on the definition of police culture and the Blue Wall of Silence.
  • •Understand the police personality and the causes and effects of police cynicism.
Week
5

Module 3:

4h

Unit 1: Police and the Community

2 study hours
  • •Study Unit 1: Police and the Community, focusing on the need for proper police-community relationships.
  • •Understand the difference between human relations, public relations, and community relations.

Unit 2: Community Policing

2 study hours
  • •Study Unit 2: Community Policing, focusing on the forms of policing strategies and the definition of community policing.
  • •Understand the philosophy of community policing and critical attitudes associated with it.
Week
6

Module 3:

4h

Unit 3: Police Ethics and Police Deviance in Nigeria

4 study hours
  • •Study Unit 3: Police Ethics and Police Deviance in Nigeria, focusing on ethics and the police, and the dilemma of law and order.
  • •Understand police corruption, its impact, and causes.
Week
7

Module 3:

4h

Unit 4: Policing and Human Rights in Nigeria

4 study hours
  • •Study Unit 4: Policing and Human Rights in Nigeria, focusing on the rule of law and the rights to life, dignity, and personal liberty.
  • •Understand the rights to property, fair hearing, and freedom of thought, conscience, and religion.
Week
8

Module 4:

4h

Unit 1: Police, Law and Criminal Procedure

2 study hours
  • •Study Unit 1: Police, Law and Criminal Procedure, focusing on the pre-trial process, including arrest, search, and seizure.
  • •Understand the definition of criminal law and its objectives.

Unit 2: Effective and Efficient Policing in Nigeria: Problems and Obstacles

2 study hours
  • •Study Unit 2: Effective and Efficient Policing in Nigeria: Problems and Obstacles, focusing on the challenges facing the Nigeria Police.
  • •Understand the assessment of problems and obstacles and suggestions for improvement.
Week
9

Module 4:

4h

Unit 3: Police Reform

4 study hours
  • •Study Unit 3: Police Reform, focusing on key issues such as oversight mechanisms, the justice system, and defense reform.
  • •Understand the importance of training, international police cooperation, and community-based policing.
Week
10

Module 4:

4h

Unit 4: Nigeria Police in International Peace-keeping

2 study hours
  • •Study Unit 4: Nigeria Police in International Peace-keeping Operations, focusing on the history and appraisal of Nigeria Police involvement in international peace-keeping.
  • •Understand the establishment of a peace-keeping department and Nigeria Police achievements.

Unit 5: Women Police and Law Enforcement in Nigeria

2 study hours
  • •Study Unit 5: Women Police and Law Enforcement in Nigeria, focusing on public perception and acceptance of women police.
  • •Understand the role of women in crime prevention and violent crime.
Week
11

Module 5:

4h

Unit 1: The Security Conglomerate

2 study hours
  • •Study Unit 1: The Security Conglomerate, focusing on the Economic and Financial Crime Commission (EFCC) and the Nigeria Immigration Service.
  • •Understand the roles of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency and the State Security Services.

Unit 2: Human Trafficking and Law Enforcement in Nigeria

2 study hours
  • •Study Unit 2: Human Trafficking and Law Enforcement in Nigeria, focusing on international conventions on human trafficking.
  • •Understand Nigeria's country profile and government response to human trafficking.
Week
12

Module 5:

4h

Unit 3: Ethnic Militia, Youth Restiveness, Religious Intolerance

2 study hours
  • •Study Unit 3: Ethnic Militia, Youth Restiveness, Religious Intolerance and Law Enforcement in Nigeria, focusing on ethnic militias and youth restiveness.
  • •Understand religious intolerance and police action.

Unit 4: Cyber Crime and Law Enforcement in Nigeria

2 study hours
  • •Study Unit 4: Cyber Crime and Law Enforcement in Nigeria, focusing on hi-tech crime and unauthorized access.
  • •Understand alteration of computer data and computer-related fraud.
Week
13

Module 5:

4h

Final Revision

4 study hours
  • •Review all modules and units.
  • •Focus on key concepts and definitions.
  • •Prepare for final examination.

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Study Tips & Exam Preparation

Expert tips to help you succeed in this course

1

Review all module and unit objectives to ensure comprehensive understanding.

2

Create detailed summaries of key concepts, legal frameworks, and case studies.

3

Practice applying ethical principles to hypothetical policing scenarios.

4

Focus on understanding the structure and functions of the Nigeria Police Force.

5

Pay close attention to human rights and constitutional provisions related to policing.

6

Create concept maps linking Units 3-5 database concepts

7

Practice SQL queries from Units 7-9 weekly

8

Review all TMAs

9

Focus on key concepts

10

Create flashcards for key terms and definitions

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