The Inspector General of Police, IGP Kayode Adeolu Egbetokun on Friday hosted the officers in its Internal Control Units and reaffirmed the the need for discipline and professionalism in the Nigeria Police Force (NPF).
The meeting which took place at the IGP Conference Hall, Force Headquarters in Abuja witnessed the presence of officers in charge of the X-Squads, the Head of the Inspector-General of Police Monitoring Unit, and the Heads of Police Complaint Response Units across the country.
According to a statement issued by the Force Public Relations Officer (PRO), ACP Olumuyiwa Adejobi on Friday, the units present play a fundamental role in monitoring and curbing excesses within the Force as well as investigating public complaints against police officers.
IGP Egbetokun emphasised the importance of maintaining internal order, promoting discipline, and encouraging positive conduct in all forms, noting that the significance of discipline which is the foundation of the NPF cannot be overstated.
He explained the imperativeness of striving to ensure professionalism and adherence to the core values and dignity of the Force by all standards – and stressed the role of the units in maintaining the professional status and pivotal role of the Force in Nigeria’s internal security.
The IGP highlighted one of its primary goals as bridging the trust deficit between the Force and the public.
He acknowledged the concerning behaviour of some personnel and directed immediate action to ensure the prompt dispensation of justice and implementation of measures to curb excessiveness, highhandedness, unprofessionalism, corruption, and other vices among police personnel.
IGP Egbetokun also stressed the importance of recognizing exemplary performances within the Force – and urged all officers to make necessary recommendations for personnel who demonstrate acts of courage, integrity and humanity.
He called on the public to support the Force’s efforts to eliminate extortion and other misconduct – and advised citizens to report any infractions or acts of misconduct by police personnel for appropriate remedial measures.
The IGP further encouraged all officers to remain steadfast and committed to the Force’s aspirations, adding that it is working consciously to reclaim the confidence and trust of the public.
