Policing And Law Enforcement In Nigeria
- Social Sciences
- 700 level
- 3 credit units
- 233 pages
- 19 units
This course explores the multifaceted aspects of policing and law enforcement within the Nigerian context. It examines the historical evolution of policing, from pre-colonial systems to the modern Nigeria Police Force. Key areas of focus include the organizational structure, functions, powers, and ethical considerations of law enforcement agencies. The course also addresses contemporary challenges such as human rights, corruption, and community relations, providing students with a comprehensive understanding of policing in Nigeria.
About this course
- Difficulty
- Intermediate
- Study hours
- 150 hours
- Maths
- None
- Content
- Theoretical, case study
- Practical work
- No
- Assignments
- Tutor Marked Assignments
- Final Examination
What you'll read
The real module and unit structure of CSS742, taken from the course material NOUN publishes.
One paragraph, so you can see how it reads
CSS742 · UNIT 1 HISTORY OF POLICING AND LAW ENFORCEMENT
England was the marine police, a force established in 1798 to protect merchandise in the port of London. It is worthy of note that the reference to the police as a “civil authority” is very important. The police represent the civil power of government as opposed to the military power.
What you should be able to do
- Explain the historical development of policing in Nigeria.
- Describe the organizational structure and functions of the Nigeria Police Force.
- Analyze the ethical challenges and dilemmas faced by law enforcement officers.
- Evaluate the role of community policing in promoting public safety.
- Understand the legal framework governing police powers and criminal procedure.
- Identify contemporary challenges facing law enforcement in Nigeria.
What it prepares you for
- Police Officer
- Law Enforcement Analyst
- Security Consultant
- Criminologist
- Security Manager
- Law Enforcement
- Security Services
- Government
- Criminal Justice
- Private Security
Where it gets hard
The units students slow down on, and what makes each one heavy.
- Module 2:
Unit 2: Crime Detection and Criminal Investigation Aspect of The Police
Requires understanding of complex investigative techniques and forensic science applications.
- Module 3:
Unit 3: Police Ethics and Police Deviance in Nigeria
Ethical dilemmas and challenges require critical thinking and nuanced understanding of conflicting values.
- Module 5:
Unit 4: Cyber Crime and Law Enforcement in Nigeria
Requires understanding of complex technical concepts and international legal frameworks.
A suggested way through it
13 weeks, about 66 hours in total. Yours will differ.
- Week 1Module 1:
Unit 1: History of Policing and Law Enforcement · 2 hours
Read the introduction to understand the importance of policing and law enforcement.. Define 'police' and 'policing' and differentiate between them.. Outline the early history of policing and its evolution..
Unit 2: History of Nigeria Police from 1861 - 1966 · 2 hours
Examine societal order in pre-colonial Nigeria.. Discuss social organizations and policing in pre-colonial communities.. Evaluate policing strategies and tactics in pre-colonial Nigeria..
- Week 2Module 1:
Unit 3: Police Organization and Administration · 3 hours
Describe the colonial restructuring of Native Authority Police.. Discuss the amalgamation of the Nigeria Police Force in 1930.. Explain the rationale for the existence of the police and the philosophy of policing..
Unit 4: Functions and Power of the Nigeria Police · 2 hours
Explain the 1960 and 1963 constitutions as they relate to the police force.. Discuss the transformation of policing from colonial to post-colonial Nigeria.. Highlight the objectives and importance of policing..
- Week 3Module 2:
Unit 1: Methodology of Policing · 3 hours
Understand the meaning of methodology of policing.. Explain preventive measures used by the police to stop crime commission.. Know the detective methods applied by the police..
Unit 2: Crime Detection and Criminal Investigation Aspect of The Police · 2 hours
Discuss the challenges the police face in maintaining law and order.. Understand methodology as a function of crime situation.. Outline the challenges the police faced in maintaining law and order..
- Week 4Module 2:
Unit 3: Training and Retraining in the Nigeria Police · 2 hours
Explain the meaning of crime detection and criminal investigation.. Discuss the goals of criminal investigation.. Know the rudiments involved in detective operation..
Unit 4: Police Discretion and Role Dilemma of the Police · 2 hours
Understand the various methods of crime detection and criminal investigation.. Discuss the historical perspective of criminal investigation.. Understand the various methods of crime detection and criminal investigation..
Unit 5: The Police Culture or Sub Culture · 2 hours
Understand the various methods of crime detection and criminal investigation.. Understand the various methods of crime detection and criminal investigation..
- Week 5Module 3:
Unit 1: Police and the Community · 3 hours
To understand the meaning of police discretion.. To explain the preventive measure use by the police to stop crime commission.. To know the detective methods that is normally applied by the police..
Unit 2: Community policing · 2 hours
To understand methodology as a function of crime situation. To know the various types of police training and courses.. To know the constraints affecting the police in their effort to train their personnel..
- Week 6Module 3:
Unit 3: Police Ethics and Police Deviance in Nigeria · 5 hours
Discuss the various social organizations that help in effective policing in pre-colonial Nigeria. State the philosophy of policing. Discuss the history of Nigeria police from colonial to post colonial era..
- Week 7Module 3:
Unit 4: Policing and Human Rights in Nigeria · 5 hours
States the functions and power of the Nigerian Police Force.. Discuss the constitutional provision and Acts that set up police.. Understand what the Nigerian constitution expects of the police..
- Week 8Module 4:
Unit 1: Police, Law and Criminal Procedure · 3 hours
States the various departments that exist in the Nigeria police and other functions.. Explain the organizational structure of the police from the Federal level to the State level.. States the various departments that exist in the Nigeria police and other functions..
Unit 2: Effective and Efficient Policing in Nigeria: Problems and Obstacles · 2 hours
States the various departments that exist in the Nigeria police and other functions.. Explain the organizational structure of the police from the Federal level to the State level.. States the various departments that exist in the Nigeria police and other functions..
- Week 9Module 4:
Unit 3: Police Reform · 5 hours
States the various departments that exist in the Nigeria police and other functions.. Explain the organizational structure of the police from the Federal level to the State level.. States the various departments that exist in the Nigeria police and other functions..
- Week 10Module 4:
Unit 4: Nigeria Police in International Peacekeeping · 3 hours
States the various departments that exist in the Nigeria police and other functions.. Explain the organizational structure of the police from the Federal level to the State level.. States the various departments that exist in the Nigeria police and other functions..
Unit 5: Women Police and Law Enforcement in Nigeria · 2 hours
States the various departments that exist in the Nigeria police and other functions.. Explain the organizational structure of the police from the Federal level to the State level.. States the various departments that exist in the Nigeria police and other functions..
- Week 11Module 5:
Unit 1: The Security Conglomerate · 3 hours
States the various departments that exist in the Nigeria police and other functions.. Explain the organizational structure of the police from the Federal level to the State level.. States the various departments that exist in the Nigeria police and other functions..
Unit 2: Human Trafficking and Law Enforcement in Nigeria · 2 hours
States the various departments that exist in the Nigeria police and other functions.. Explain the organizational structure of the police from the Federal level to the State level.. States the various departments that exist in the Nigeria police and other functions..
- Week 12Module 5:
Unit 3: Ethnic Militia, Youth Restiveness, Religious Intolerance · 3 hours
States the various departments that exist in the Nigeria police and other functions.. Explain the organizational structure of the police from the Federal level to the State level.. States the various departments that exist in the Nigeria police and other functions..
Unit 4: Cyber Crime and Law Enforcement in Nigeria · 2 hours
States the various departments that exist in the Nigeria police and other functions.. Explain the organizational structure of the police from the Federal level to the State level.. States the various departments that exist in the Nigeria police and other functions..
- Week 13Final Revision
Final Revision · 6 hours
Review all modules and units.. Focus on key concepts and definitions.. Prepare for final examinations..
Preparing for the exam
- Review all tutor-marked assignments (TMAs) and their corresponding feedback.
- Create concept maps linking key topics from different modules.
- Focus on understanding the historical evolution and current structure of the Nigeria Police Force.
- Practice applying ethical principles to hypothetical policing scenarios.
- Review case studies related to community policing and human rights violations.
- Familiarize yourself with relevant sections of the Nigerian Constitution and Police Act.
- Create flashcards for key terms and definitions related to criminal procedure and cybercrime.
Questions students ask about this course
What is CSS742 about?
This course explores the multifaceted aspects of policing and law enforcement within the Nigerian context. It examines the historical evolution of policing, from pre-colonial systems to the modern Nigeria Police Force. Key areas of focus include the organizational structure, functions, powers, and ethical considerations of law enforcement agencies. The course also addresses contemporary challenges such as human rights, corruption, and community relations, providing students with a comprehensive understanding of policing in Nigeria.
How many units does CSS742 have?
CSS742, Policing And Law Enforcement In Nigeria, has 19 units across 5 modules, over 233 pages of course material. You can read it one unit at a time.
How many credit units is CSS742?
CSS742 carries 3 credit units, at 700 level in Social Sciences.
Is CSS742 hard?
CSS742 is rated intermediate level, with no mathematical content. It is mostly theoretical and case study work.
How long does CSS742 take to study?
About 150 hours of study, spread across its 19 units.
How is CSS742 assessed?
CSS742 is assessed by Assignments, Tutor Marked Assignments and Final Examination.
What can I do with CSS742?
Police Officer, Law Enforcement Analyst, Security Consultant, Criminologist and Security Manager.