IGP Olatunji Disu Advocates for Security Personnel's Mental Health

The Inspector General of Police, Olatunji Disu, called for increased attention to the mental health and overall well-being of security personnel during his keynote address at the 2026 Men’s Mental Health Conference, organized by the Peace Progress & Unity Global Initiative (PPUGI). He was represented by the Force Medical Director, AIG Nkechi Eze.

Disu stressed that the psychological well-being of officers is crucial for their effective performance and that mental health should not be viewed as a weakness. He pointed out the unique psychological demands faced by security personnel, who often encounter traumatic experiences while responding to crime scenes and making critical decisions under pressure.

Disu urged for stronger institutional mechanisms to raise mental health awareness, facilitate early intervention, and provide access to professional psychosocial support, fostering a culture where personnel can seek help without fear of stigma or discrimination.