IGP Disu Seeks Stronger Partnership With Traditional Institutions, Reassures Officers On Policing Reforms During Jigawa Visit
The Inspector-General of Police, IGP Olatunji Rilwan Disu, psc(+), NPM, has called for deeper collaboration between traditional institutions, security agencies, and communities in advancing peace, unity, and development, while reassuring officers and men of the Nigeria Police Force that ongoing policing reforms will not undermine their careers, welfare, or accrued benefits.
The IGP made the remarks on Monday, 15th June 2026, during a working visit to Jigawa State, where he paid a courtesy visit to the Executive Governor of Jigawa State, Mallam Umar Namadi, attended the 8th Executive Committee Meeting of the Northern Traditional Rulers’ Council (NTRC) in Dutse, and addressed officers and men of the Jigawa State Police Command.
Speaking at the meeting of the Northern Traditional Rulers’ Council, the Inspector-General commended the Council, led by His Eminence, Alhaji Muhammad Sa’ad Abubakar, CFR, mni, Sultan of Sokoto, for its continued role in promoting dialogue, peaceful coexistence, and national cohesion. He emphasized the critical role of traditional rulers in intelligence gathering, conflict resolution, community engagement, and early warning mechanisms, noting that sustained collaboration between traditional institutions and security agencies remains vital to addressing insecurity and promoting development across Northern Nigeria.
During his courtesy visit to Governor Umar Namadi, the Inspector-General reaffirmed the commitment of the Nigeria Police Force to working closely with the Jigawa State Government and other critical stakeholders in strengthening security, public safety, and community-based policing initiatives across the state.
Addressing officers and men of the Jigawa State Police Command, IGP Disu expressed appreciation for their dedication and contributions to maintaining peace and security within the state. He reiterated the commitment of the Force leadership to improving operational capacity, personnel welfare, career development, and service delivery across the Nigeria Police Force.
The Inspector-General also addressed concerns surrounding ongoing discussions on the proposed establishment of State Police, assuring officers that there was no cause for anxiety. He explained that the reform is intended to strengthen Nigeria’s policing architecture while preserving a strong national policing institution capable of addressing interstate and national security threats. He further assured personnel that their welfare, career progression, pensions, and other legitimate benefits would remain protected throughout any transition process.
IGP Disu urged officers to remain professional, disciplined, and focused on their constitutional responsibilities, warning that the Force would continue to maintain a zero-tolerance stance against corruption, extortion, abuse of office, and other forms of misconduct. He further encouraged personnel to deepen community engagement, embrace intelligence-led policing, and uphold the highest standards of integrity and respect for human rights.
The Nigeria Police Force remains committed to strengthening public trust, enhancing operational effectiveness, and working with governments, traditional institutions, communities, and other stakeholders to promote peace, security, and national development.
