The newly decorated Acting Inspector-General of Police, Olatunji Disu, has pledged to usher in a new era of accountability in the Nigeria Police Force, declaring an end to impunity and a strict zero-tolerance stance on corruption and human rights abuses.
Disu made the commitment on Wednesday shortly after he was decorated with his new rank by Bola Ahmed Tinubu at the Presidential Villa, Abuja.
Addressing journalists after the ceremony, the acting police chief stressed that the ultimate authority of the Force lies with the Nigerian people not politicians.
“I will let them know that the era of impunity is over,” Disu said, referring to officers and men of the Force. “I will ensure that they are trained and encouraged to respect human rights. There will be zero tolerance for corruption.”
Disu revealed that one of his first actions in office would be to reorient officers nationwide on citizen-focused policing.
“The citizen of this country is the boss,” he emphasised. “No police organisation anywhere in the world can succeed without the cooperation of members of the public.”
He noted that building trust between the police and the public would be central to his leadership.
The acting IGP described the decoration ceremony as an emotional experience, especially as President Tinubu recounted highlights of his policing career.
“The President mentioned areas I’ve worked and successes I’ve recorded. It almost brought me to tears,” Disu said, adding that the detailed remarks reflected the President’s close monitoring of officers’ performance across the country.
According to him, the recognition also served as a challenge to deliver peace, stability, and improved security nationwide.
Beyond discipline and reform, Disu promised to prioritise the welfare of officers, saying motivated personnel are more effective.
“People who are motivated give their best,” he said.
On the country’s persistent security challenges including banditry and insurgency, Disu expressed confidence in the capacity of officers across commands, pledging to boost morale and better coordinate efforts.
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