IGP Olatunji Disu Enhances Police Response to Banditry

The Inspector-General of Police (IGP), Olatunji Disu, has mandated the immediate deployment of additional police personnel, mobility, and air support to states experiencing bandit attacks. This directive was issued during a monthly conference with senior officers of the Nigeria Police Force (NPF) at the Force Headquarters in Abuja.

Disu instructed the Commissioners of Police in affected areas to provide updated security threat assessments and operational requirements within 72 hours. He acknowledged the ongoing bandit attacks and the threats faced by communities, insisting that the police leadership would not downplay the security challenges.

Disu directed the Deputy Inspector-General of Police in charge of operations to coordinate the deployment in consultation with the relevant commands. He also emphasized the importance of community intelligence by engaging local leaders and groups.

Furthermore, Disu announced the clearance of outstanding death benefits for families of fallen officers and reiterated the NPF's non-partisan stance as the country approaches an electoral period.