National Police Service Act

27. Functions of the Administration Police Service

Edition: 2023-09-15 · In force

The functions of the Administration Police Service shall be the—

(a)provision of assistance to the public when in need;

(b)maintenance of law and order;

(c)preservation of peace;

(d)protection of life and property;

(e)provision of border patrol and border security;

(f)provision of specialized stock theft prevention services;

(g)protection of Government property, vital installations and strategic points as may be directed by the Inspector-General;

(h)rendering of support to Government agencies in the enforcement of administrative functions and the exercise of lawful duties;

(i)co-ordinating with complementing Government agencies in conflict management and peace building;

(j)apprehension of offenders;

(ja)collection of criminal intelligence;

(k)performance of any other duties that may be prescribed by the Inspector-General under this Act or any other written law from time to time.