‘Nigerians will be proud of police in 2027 elections’ – IGP

Inspector-General of Police Olatunji Disu has expressed confidence that Nigerian police officers will display professionalism in the lead-up to, during, and after the 2027 general elections. Disu explained that the force would draw lessons from past elections to enhance their performance in the upcoming polls. He made these remarks during a press conference following the unveiling of a book titled "The Origin of Women in Nigeria Police Force," authored by retired Deputy Commissioner of Police Dame Stella Okuyiga, one of the pioneering female officers in the force since its inception in 1955.

Regarding preparations for the 2027 elections, Disu highlighted a recent conference involving all commissioners of police and senior officers where lessons from recent elections were shared. He stated that the force had identified both areas where they excelled and where improvements were needed, with the aim of performing better during the upcoming significant election. Disu assured Nigerians of the police force's commitment to delivering commendable performance during the elections.

In appreciation of Okuyiga's work, Disu praised the retired officer for chronicling her experiences and knowledge, which he believes will serve as an invaluable resource for future generations of police officers, especially women. He emphasized that Okuyiga's publication would enable younger officers to learn from the history of women in the force and the challenges faced by the pioneering women who paved the way.

Recognizing Okuyiga's age, Disu expressed the police leadership's dedication to preserving the achievements of past officers rather than allowing their contributions to be forgotten.

Furthermore, Disu announced that the Nigerian police force will acquire copies of the book to distribute among police training institutions across the country. This initiative aims to equip officers with the experiences of earlier generations, fostering a culture of learning and continuous improvement within the police force.