The Inspector-General of Police, IGP Kayode Adeolu Egbetokun, has ordered the immediate reorganisation of the Police Mobile Force (PMF) to enhance operational readiness and security as a whole.
In a statement issued by ACP Olumuyiwa Adejobi, the Police Public Relations Officer, IGP Egbetokun gave the directive during a conference with PMF Squadron Commanders at the Force headquarters, Abuja, on Tuesday.
Speaking at the conference, IGP Egbetokun stressed the need to reposition the PMF in line with its original mandate as the Nigeria Police Force (NPF’s) elite strike unit, designed to respond swiftly to riots, emergencies, and violent threats.
He expressed concern over the diversion of PMF personnel to non-core roles, including escort and guard duties for private individuals and VIPs, describing it as “a trend which has undermined the unit’s effectiveness”.
“To address this, the IGP has announced a series of measures, including the immediate withdrawal of PMF personnel from unauthorized deployments, regular quarterly training focused on ethics and professionalism, and mandatory standby of fully equipped, combat-ready units across all Squadrons for rapid tactical support.
“The IGP also declared that PMF Commanders will be held accountable for the conduct of their personnel and urged them to lead proactively through regular training, inspections, and mentorship aimed at upholding discipline, respect for human rights, and operational excellence,” the statement noted.
Egbetokun reaffirmed the security agency’s commitment to restoring the PMF to its rightful role as a disciplined and dependable tactical arm.
He equally announced plans to introduce new leadership strategies and capacity-building initiatives designed to meet modern security challenges and align with global best practices.
The police leader expressed gratitude to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for his support and acknowledged the critical contributions of the Force’s international partners in enhancing training and technical capacity.
He further charged all PMF Squadron Commanders to embrace the reform as a professional and moral responsibility, reiterating that the NPF remains committed to its mandate of safeguarding lives, property, and national security.
