The Police Chief also announces arrests of 611 suspects for terrorism, banditry, kidnapping, murder, armed robbery and cultism, while directing stronger security deployment and improved welfare for personnel.
The Inspector-General of Police, IGP Olatunji Rilwan Disu, has ordered Commissioners of Police in security-affected commands to submit updated threat assessments and operational requirements within 72 hours as the Nigeria Police Force moves to strengthen security operations and prepare for forthcoming elections.
Disu gave the directive on Wednesday, November 11, 2026, during the monthly strategic briefing with senior officers of the Nigeria Police Force at the Goodluck Ebele Jonathan Peacekeeping Centre, Force Headquarters, Abuja.
The meeting reviewed the Force’s operational performance, emerging security threats, election preparedness and personnel welfare.
Addressing the officers, the IGP commended police personnel for their courage and professionalism, disclosing that the Force had recorded significant operational successes since its last strategic briefing.
According to him, police operations led to the arrest of 218 suspected bandits and terrorists, 85 suspected armed robbers, 129 murder and culpable homicide suspects, 59 suspected kidnappers and 120 suspected cultists.
The operations also resulted in the rescue of 95 kidnapped victims and the recovery of 306 assorted firearms, 630 rounds of ammunition and 116 stolen vehicles.
To consolidate these gains and address emerging threats, Disu directed the Deputy Inspector-General of Police in charge of Operations to coordinate the deployment of additional personnel, mobility assets and air support to priority areas.
He further tasked affected commands with sustaining intelligence-led operations and strengthening collaboration with traditional rulers, community leaders and other local stakeholders to improve security at the grassroots.
Election Security and Police Neutrality
On preparations for forthcoming elections, the IGP reaffirmed the Nigeria Police Force’s commitment to political neutrality and equal protection for all electoral participants.
He directed closer collaboration with the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) and other security agencies, warning police officers against actions capable of compromising the electoral process or undermining voters’ rights.
Disu stressed that any personnel found engaging in partisan activities or interfering with the electoral process would face disciplinary action.
Zero Tolerance for Misconduct
The police chief also charged senior officers to strengthen internal discipline and supervision, declaring that corruption, extortion, abuse of authority and unlawful use of force would not be tolerated.
He directed commands to establish accessible and well-publicised complaints-response mechanisms with clear timelines for addressing allegations of misconduct.
He also called for transparent engagement with journalists and prompt responses to misinformation to strengthen public confidence in the Force.
IGP Orders Payment of Fallen Officers’ Benefits
On personnel welfare, Disu directed the immediate clearance of outstanding death benefits and entitlements owed to the families of fallen police officers.
He emphasised the importance of supporting the physical and psychological wellbeing of serving personnel, noting the need to address welfare challenges that could affect their operational effectiveness.
The IGP reaffirmed the Force’s determination to strengthen national security, protect lives and property, and provide a safe environment for free, fair and credible elections.
He charged senior officers to translate the directives into measurable operational results through effective supervision, professionalism and accountability.
