IGP Disu charges officers to embrace innovation and drive police reforms

The Inspector-General of Police, IGP Olatunji Rilwan Disu, psc(+), NPM, has charged Superintendents and Chief Superintendents of Police to embrace innovation, strengthen professionalism, and champion ongoing reform efforts within the Nigeria Police Force.

This is as he declared closed the Operational Change and Leadership (OCL) Course held at the Nigeria Police Institute, Jabi, Abuja.

Speaking at the closing ceremony of the five-day programme on Friday, 5th June 2026, the IGP emphasized that effective policing in today’s complex security environment requires leaders who are adaptable, accountable, technologically driven, and capable of responding to emerging threats and evolving public expectations.

He urged participants to apply the knowledge acquired during the course to improve leadership practices, operational effectiveness, professionalism, respect for human rights, and service delivery within their Commands and Formations.

The IGP further encouraged them to serve as ambassadors of positive change by promoting intelligence-led policing, evidence-based decision-making, and technology-enabled crime prevention strategies.