Nigeria, March 12 -- Section 32 (2): Police cannot arrest you for disputes between private parties (civil wrongs) or for owing money.
Section 34: A suspect should not be handcuffed unless they are violent, attempt to escape, pose a safety threat, or are ordered to do so by a court.
Section 35 (1): Police must tell the suspect the cause of his arrest
Section 35 (2b): After an arrest, the police officer or DPO must inform the suspect of his rights to consult a lawyer of his choice before they make any statement or answer questions.
Section 35 (2C): A suspect who cannot afford a lawyer is entitled to FREE legal services from the Legal Aid Council of Nigeria
Section 35(3): When arrested, the police must notify your next-of-kin or relativ...
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