Nigeria, April 28 -- Speaking during an interview on Channels, monitored by The News Chronicle, Effiong criticized what he described as a growing pattern of arbitrary arrests targeting consumers who publicly call out substandard goods and services.



He warned that such actions represent a troubling misuse of police powers and a direct threat to citizens' rights to free expression.



According to him, attempts to criminalize honest consumer feedback not only undermine accountability but also embolden manufacturers and service providers to evade responsibility for poor quality. He stressed that the role of the police should not extend to shielding businesses from criticism, particularly in a democratic society where transparency and c...