US EditionNigeria: Tinubu Pledges to Transform Nigeria Police, Promises Investment in Training, Intelligence Gathering
Tinubu said the government will expand support for a more accountable force, including better equipment, intelligence gathering and welfare for officers.
- On Tuesday, Vice President Kashim Shettima represented President Bola Ahmed Tinubu at the 2026 National Police Day Grand Parade in Abuja, maintaining that no nation can achieve meaningful progress without a secure social environment.
- The federal government intends to deepen investments in training, intelligence gathering, and modern policing infrastructure as part of an ongoing reform agenda transforming the Nigeria Police Force into a world-class institution.
- President Tinubu stated the badge is "not an ornament of power; it is a reminder of duty," while the event honored officers who made the ultimate sacrifice in the line of duty.
- Inspector General of Police Olatunji Disu emphasized the need for accountable, intelligence-driven policing, urging officers to rise above misconduct and pledging leadership support for those who follow professional standards.
- Institutionalized last year, the annual celebration showcased regimental precision from various security agencies, including the Nigeria Security and Civil Defense Corps, reinforcing the administration's commitment to restoring public confidence in law enforcement.
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National Police Day: IGP Disu reaffirms commitment to professionalism, security
The Inspector General of Police, Olatunji Rilwan Disu has reaffirmed the commitment of the Nigeria Police towards ensuring professionalism and national security as the force marks the grand finale of the 2026 National Police Day held at the Eagle Square, Abuja. A press statement issued through the office of the Force Relations Officer Headquarters Abuja, Anthony Placid Okon, informed that the event featured a ceremonial parade involving officers…
Tinubu pledges to transform Nigeria police, promises investment in training, intelligence gathering
The president says that to make meaningful progress, Nigeria must strengthen those protecting the nation. The post Tinubu pledges to transform Nigeria police, promises investment in training, intelligence gathering appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
Shettima Leads National Police Day Grand Finale At Eagle Square
Vice President Kashim Shettima on Tuesday represented Bola Ahmed Tinubu at the grand finale of the 2026 National Police Day celebration held at Eagle Square, Abuja. The Vice President arrived at the venue early in the day and immediately proceeded to inspect the parade, taking the salute from officers of the Nigeria Police Force as the ceremony commenced. Shettima’s presence was confirmed in a statement issued by his media aide, Stanley Nkowcha,…
Nigeria to boost police training, intelligence with modern law enforcement investment
WorldStage– President Bola Tinubu has reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to strengthening national security through sustained investment in police training, intelligence gathering and modern law enforcement systems. Tinubu, represented by Vice-President Kashim Shettima, said this at the National Police Day Grand Parade and Procession held on Tuesday in Abuja. The President said the initiative formed part of a broader strategy to repositi…
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