... Recovers 140 Firearms, 1,074 Rounds Of Ammunition, 37 Stolen Vehicles
The inspector General of Police, IGP Olatunji Disu has highlighted significant operational successes recorded by the Police Force in April 2026.
According to him, police operatives arrested 28 suspected terrorists, 51 murder suspects, 62 armed robbery suspects, 85 kidnapping suspects, and 54 suspected cultists.
He added that 189 kidnap victims were rescued, while 140 firearms, 1,074 rounds of ammunition, and 37 stolen vehicles were recovered in various intelligence-led operations nationwide.
IGP Disu harped on the benefits of collaboration with stakeholders thereby directing commissioners of police to hold regular town hall meetings with stakeholders, including traditional rulers, youth groups, market associations, and transport unions.
He directed the commissioners to make their contact details accessible to community leaders, describing it as a practical step toward inclusive and responsive policing.
“Security is a collective responsibility. When citizens trust the police, they share vital information that saves lives,” he said.
The IGP reiterated ongoing efforts to retrain police personnel on human rights standards and professional conduct. He also encouraged Nigerians to utilise the Police Complaints Response Unit (CRU), which remained operational for reporting misconduct.
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