The police boss, Disu, tasked the SPs, CSP, to carry out new police reforms

The Inspector General of Police (IGP), Olatunji Disu, has tasked Inspectors and Chief Inspectors of Police to embrace innovation, strengthen professionalism and champion ongoing reform efforts in the Nigeria Police Force (NPF).

Disu made this suggestion while declaring the closure of the Operational Change and Leadership (OCL) Course held at the Nigerian Police Institute, Jabi, Abuja.

Speaking at the closing ceremony of the five-day programme, the IGP emphasized that effective policing in today’s complex security environment requires leaders who are adaptable, accountable, technology-driven and able to respond to emerging threats and changing public expectations.

He urged the participants to apply the knowledge gained during the course to improve leadership practices, operational effectiveness, professionalism, respect for human rights, and service delivery within their Commands and Formations.

According to a statement issued on Saturday by the Force Public Relations Officer, DCP Anthony Placid, the IGP further encouraged them to be ambassadors of positive change by promoting intelligence-led policing, evidence-based decision making and technology-enabled crime prevention strategies.

Coordinator of the Police Reform Secretariat and Director General of the National Police Studies Institute (NIPS), Prof. Olu Ogunsakin, said police reform is an ongoing process that requires committed leadership and a willingness to embrace change.

He stated that the course is designed to equip participants with the skills and mindset necessary to strengthen accountability, improve operational performance, and drive institutional transformation across the Force.

The IGP also expressed appreciation to the German Government, United Nations Development Program (UNDP), GS Foundation, CLEEN Foundation, Police Reform Secretariat, and other development partners for their continued support to police reform, leadership development, institutional capacity building, and modernization of police training institutions in Nigeria.

The NPF, the police boss said, remains committed to building a professional, accountable, intelligence-led and community-focused agency through ongoing capacity development and the implementation of ongoing reform initiatives aimed at improving public trust and service delivery.