Nigeria warns citizens that failing to assist an attacked officer could lead to a fine or jail time.
The Nigerian Police Force warns that anyone who fails to assist an officer under attack could face a fine of N100,000 or up to three months in jail. This is based on the Police Act 2020, which outlines penalties for refusing to aid officers or obstructing them while they perform their duties. The law also states that assaulting or resisting a police officer can result in a fine or imprisonment.
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