Nigeria’s Inspector-General of Police, Olatunji Rilwan Disu, on Tuesday convened an emergency conference with senior police leadership to address national security concerns and unveil key reforms within the force.
A statement by the police said the meeting, held at the Force Headquarters in Abuja, brought together the Force Management Team, Assistant Inspectors-General and Commissioners of Police, alongside members of the press.
Disu said the conference was aimed at reinforcing accountability, improving operational effectiveness and outlining strategic directives for commands nationwide.
The Police Chief addressed a recent incident in Delta State involving the extra-judicial killing of 28-year-old Mene Ogidi in Effurun, Delta State, south-south Nigeria. He described the incident as unlawful and contrary to the force’s values. The Police said the officers involved in the Ogidi’s killing have been dismissed and the case forwarded for prosecution. Disu reiterated a zero-tolerance stance on misconduct.
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While giving update on police operations for April, Disu said police arrested 28 suspected terrorists, 51 murder suspects, 62 armed robbery suspects, 85 kidnapping suspects and 54 suspected cultists.
He added that 189 kidnapped victims were rescued, while 140 firearms, 1,074 rounds of ammunition and 37 stolen vehicles were recovered.
As part of structural reforms, Disu announced the creation of a Violent Crime Response Unit, a restructured tactical formation aimed at tackling serious crimes through intelligence-based deployment and enhanced oversight. He directed Commissioners of Police to strengthen community policing through regular engagement with traditional rulers, religious leaders and community groups, and to make their contact details accessible to improve public trust.
Disu said the reforms were focused on professionalism, discipline, human rights compliance and accountability, adding that the force remained committed to protecting the rights and safety of Nigerians.