Inspector-General of Police, Tunji Disu, says State Police Will Improve Security and Intelligence Across Nigeria by bringing policing closer to communities and strengthening intelligence gathering. He spoke on Friday during an interview with the News Agency of Nigeria in New York.
Disu said the proposed state police system would improve community policing and help officers respond faster to security threats. He added that the plan would also strengthen cooperation between federal and state security agencies.
The IGP explained that the government would carry out consultations, training and comparative studies before fully implementing the initiative. He said Nigeria must learn from countries that already operate state police systems.
“We are still at the teething stage. We need experience, education and comparative studies from jurisdictions already practising state police,” he said.
Disu said State Police Will Improve Security and Intelligence Across Nigeria by helping officers understand local communities better. He said stronger community ties would increase public trust, improve intelligence gathering and support faster responses to crime.
The State Police Bill seeks to move policing from the Exclusive Legislative List to the Concurrent Legislative List. If passed, the bill will allow state governments to establish and operate their own police forces alongside the Nigeria Police Force.
Disu also reaffirmed Nigeria’s commitment to United Nations peacekeeping operations. He said the country has remained a dependable contributor since joining its first UN mission in Congo in 1960.
He praised Nigerian police officers and other security personnel serving in peacekeeping missions worldwide. He said their dedication and sacrifices continue to earn Nigeria global respect.
“The United Nations will never joke with Nigeria’s contributions because of our commitment and sacrifices,” Disu said.
