The IG at a stakeholders’ dialogue with international development partners, diplomatic missions, and key institutional stakeholders at the Force Headquarters, Abuja.
The Inspector-General of Police, Olatunji Disu, has called for stronger international cooperation to support ongoing reforms within the Nigeria Police Force, as the institution moves to modernise its operations and improve public trust.
Speaking at a high-level stakeholders’ dialogue in Abuja, organised in collaboration with the Police Reform Secretariat, the Inspector-General engaged representatives from the United Nations Development Programme, UN Women, and diplomatic missions from countries including the United Kingdom, Germany, Spain, and Slovakia, alongside local policing experts.
The IGP said the Police Force is committed to building a modern, professional, intelligence-driven and accountable institution anchored on the rule of law, respect for human rights, and stronger community engagement.
He added that the reform agenda is focused on transforming the police into a technology-enabled and citizen-centred institution capable of responding more effectively to Nigeria’s evolving security challenges.
According to him, the reforms also aim to strengthen transparency, discipline, and operational efficiency, while aligning policing standards with global best practices adapted to Nigeria’s unique security environment.
The Head of the Police Reform Secretariat, Professor Olu Ogunsakin, outlined key areas of the reform programme, including legal and policy review, election security management, leadership development, oversight mechanisms, and initiatives to rebuild public confidence in policing.
He emphasised that sustained collaboration with international partners remains essential to building institutional capacity and ensuring the long-term success of police reforms across the country.
The dialogue forms part of broader efforts by the Nigeria Police Force to deepen institutional reforms, improve service delivery, and strengthen public confidence through strategic partnerships and accountability-driven policing systems.
