The Nigeria Police Force on Tuesday marked the grand finale of the 2026 National Police Day with a colourful parade at Eagle Square, underscoring its commitment to professionalism and national security.
The event featured a ceremonial procession involving officers drawn from various units and commands of the Force, alongside personnel from sister security and paramilitary agencies, including the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps, Federal Road Safety Corps, Nigeria Customs Service, Nigeria Immigration Service, Nigeria Correctional Service, and the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency.
The ceremony drew high-profile dignitaries, including Vice President Kashim Shettima, who represented President Bola Ahmed Tinubu. Also in attendance were lawmakers, heads of security agencies, former Inspectors-General of Police, and other key stakeholders.
Speaking as Reviewing Officer, President Tinubu, represented by Shettima, commended the Police Force for its resilience and dedication to duty. He reaffirmed the Federal Government’s commitment to ongoing police reforms, improved operational capacity, and enhanced welfare for personnel in line with national security priorities.
In his address, the Inspector-General of Police, Olatunji Rilwan Disu, described National Police Day as an opportunity to honour fallen officers and reinforce the core values of discipline, professionalism, and service.
He stressed the need for a more accountable, intelligence-driven, and community-oriented police system, assuring Nigerians of sustained efforts to improve policing standards and rebuild public trust.
Activities marking the celebration included a nationwide walkathon, community service programmes, medical outreach initiatives, public sensitisation campaigns, and the presentation of welfare cheques to families of fallen officers.
The Police Force reiterated its commitment to service excellence and the protection of lives and property, as it continues to reposition itself to meet the evolving security needs of the nation.
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