The 23rd Inspector-General of Police, Tunji Disu, has urged officers of the Nigeria Police Force (NPF) to treat members of the public with civility and professionalism. He stressed that citizens remain the 'bosses' of the police. Disu gave this charge during a courtesy visit to the Lagos State Governor's Office Correspondents (LAGOCO) at Alausa, Ikeja, Lagos.
Earlier, the police boss addressed officers of the Rapid Response Squad (RRS) at their premises. He also stopped by the Bagauda Kaltho Press Centre, which houses the Lagos State Governor's Office Correspondents and shares a boundary with the RRS Police Station. During the weekend visit, the IGP emphasized that the success of policing depends largely on the cooperation and trust of the public.
The police chief noted that his visit to the state was part of his engagements with key stakeholders, including the state's Commissioner of Police, the Assistant Inspector-General, the governor, and officers of the RRS. Responding on behalf of the press crew, LAGOCO Chairman George Okojie commended the IGP for his long-standing relationship with journalists and his people-oriented approach to policing. Okojie described Disu as a leader who has consistently demonstrated humility and accessibility, recalling his time as RRS commander when he maintained close ties with journalists and supported them both professionally and personally.
Strengthening Collaboration for Safety
Disu has pledged to strengthen collaboration between the NPF, the Lagos State government, and key security stakeholders, such as the Lagos State Security Trust Fund, to maintain safety and stability across the state and the nation at large. He stated this during a colourful and emotionally resonant state banquet held for him at the Lagos State House, Marina. The banquet was organized by the state government following the appointment of IGP Disu as the 23rd indigenous Inspector-General of Police of the Federal Republic of Nigeria.
Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu, who spoke at the occasion, described the IGP as a product of Lagos, shaped by its communities and institutions, and defined by a strong commitment to service. The governor emphasized that the honour recognized a legacy of leadership, especially during Disu's tenure as Commander of the RRS in the state.
