IG Disu Bans Unauthorized Social Media Use by Police

The Inspector General of Police, Olatunji Disu, has issued a directive prohibiting officers of the Nigeria Police Force from engaging in unauthorized social media activities, including content creation and live streaming. This decision, communicated through a statement by the Force Public Relations Officer, Anieti Okokon, aims to address concerns regarding the increasing involvement of officers in video production and online content creation while in uniform.

The directive stresses that social media is a vital tool for public engagement but must be used in compliance with existing laws and regulations governing the Nigeria Police Force's social media policies. Officers are warned against creating or sharing unauthorized content while in uniform or commenting publicly on sensitive police matters.

Supervisory officers are tasked with ensuring adherence to this directive and will be held accountable for any violations. The Inspector General also directed the Force Intelligence Department and the X-Squad to intensify monitoring of social media platforms to identify officers who conduct themselves inconsistently with professional standards.