By Gabriel Ameh
The Inspector-General of Police, Olatunji Rilwan Disu, has given 29 newly promoted senior police officers 90 days to submit measurable action plans focused on integrity, personnel welfare and rebuilding public trust in the Nigeria Police Force.
Disu gave the directive on Tuesday, November 10, 2026, during the decoration ceremony for the newly promoted officers at the Goodluck Ebele Jonathan Peacekeeping Hall, Force Headquarters, Abuja.
The officers comprise two Deputy Inspectors-General of Police (DIGs), 10 Assistant Inspectors-General of Police (AIGs) and 17 Commissioners of Police (CPs).
Congratulating the officers, the IGP reminded them that promotion should not be treated as a reward but as an opportunity to take on greater responsibilities and demonstrate stronger leadership.
He stressed that higher ranks come with increased accountability, noting that their conduct would be closely watched by their subordinates, communities and the Nigerian public.
Disu outlined three major responsibilities for the newly promoted officers: integrity, the welfare and professional development of personnel, and the restoration of public trust.
On integrity, he warned against corruption, abuse of office and indiscipline, insisting that senior officers must lead by example and demonstrate the standards they expect from their subordinates.
He also urged the officers to prioritise the welfare and development of personnel under their command through mentorship, encouragement and professional guidance.
According to him, effective leadership should not be measured only by achievements during an officer’s tenure but also by the quality of personnel developed and left behind.
Addressing the issue of public trust, the IGP charged the newly promoted officers to actively drive the transformation of the Force into a professional, accountable, intelligence-led and people-oriented institution.
He emphasised that public confidence could only be earned through fairness, respect for human rights and prompt responses to the concerns of citizens.
To ensure that the directives translate into measurable results, Disu announced that each officer must submit a written action plan within 90 days, outlining specific targets for the command, department, formation or office under their supervision.
He said the plans would be reviewed and monitored to ensure accountability and implementation.
The police chief also acknowledged the sacrifices made by the families of the promoted officers, recognising their support through demanding schedules, distant postings and missed family occasions.
Disu expressed appreciation to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for his continued support for the Nigeria Police Force and commended the Police Service Commission for what he described as a credible, transparent and merit-based promotion process.
He challenged the newly decorated officers to justify the confidence placed in them, warning against arrogance and urging them to match their elevated ranks with improved leadership and responsibility.
“Rank is conferred by the Commission, but respect is earned by conduct,” the IGP said.
The ceremony marks another leadership milestone for the promoted officers, who are now expected to translate their increased responsibilities into improved policing standards and stronger public confidence in the Nigeria Police Force.
Source: Nigeria Police Force.
Source document: Speech by the Inspector-General of Police, IGP Olatunji Rilwan Disu, at the decoration ceremony of newly promoted senior police officers, November 10, 2026.
