The Inspector-General of Police, Olatunji Rilwan Disu, on Tuesday, 5 May 2026, convened an emergency conference with senior strategic leaders of the Nigeria Police Force, including members of the Force Management Team, Assistant Inspectors-General of Police, and Commissioners of Police at the Force Headquarters, Abuja.

The high level meeting, attended by members of the media, focused on pressing national security concerns, internal accountability within the Force, and the implementation of strategic operational directives for police commands and formations nationwide.

In his address, the IGP stressed the need for transparency, discipline, and responsible leadership across all levels of command. He stated that Nigeria’s evolving security environment requires a more responsive, intelligence driven, and accountable policing system.

Addressing the recent incident in Delta State involving the alleged extra judicial killing of a suspect, the Inspector-General described the act as unlawful and contrary to the professional standards and values of the Nigeria Police Force. He disclosed that the officers implicated in the incident had been dismissed from service and that the matter had been forwarded for criminal prosecution. He reaffirmed the Force’s zero tolerance policy against misconduct, emphasizing that no officer is above the law.

Highlighting operational achievements recorded in April 2026, the IGP revealed that intelligence led operations across the country resulted in the arrest of 28 suspected terrorists, 51 murder suspects, 62 armed robbery suspects, 85 kidnapping suspects, and 54 suspected cultists. He further disclosed that 189 kidnapped victims were rescued, while 140 firearms, 1,074 rounds of ammunition, and 37 stolen vehicles were recovered during various operations nationwide.

As part of ongoing institutional reforms, the Inspector-General announced the establishment of the Violent Crime Response Unit (VCRU), a newly restructured tactical unit aimed at improving the Force’s response to violent and organised crimes. According to him, the unit will operate strictly on intelligence based deployments, supported by specialised training, human rights compliance, and strict accountability measures, with Commissioners of Police directly responsible for oversight.

The IGP also directed all Commissioners of Police to strengthen community policing initiatives through regular town hall meetings with traditional rulers, religious leaders, youth representatives, and other community stakeholders. He further instructed that Commissioners make their contact details readily accessible to community leaders in order to improve communication, cooperation, and public confidence in policing.

Reaffirming the commitment of the Nigeria Police Force to professionalism and public accountability, IGP Disu stated that the ongoing reforms are focused on discipline, operational efficiency, human rights compliance, and improved public trust, supported by accessible complaint mechanisms such as the Police Complaints Response Unit.

The Nigeria Police Force, he said, remains committed to institutional reform, effective policing, and the protection of the rights, safety, and security of all Nigerians.