151 Senior Police Officers Face Disciplinary Action

BY ABU-SATAR HAMED

FCT, ABUJA, NIGERIA – In a major move to uphold internal accountability and maintain high professional standards, a total of 151 senior police officers are currently undergoing disciplinary review by the Force Disciplinary Committee (FDC) over various pending matters.

The disciplinary proceedings, which began on Monday, July 14, 2025, are being held at the IGP Smart Conference Hall, Force Headquarters in Abuja. The sessions are scheduled to run through to Friday, July 25, 2025.

According to a statement e-signed and made available to StarTrend Int’l magazine and online platform by the Force Public Relations Officer, ACP Olumuyiwa Adejobi, mnipr, mipra, fCAI, the disciplinary process reflects the commitment of the Nigeria Police Force to professionalism and accountability.

‎The Force Disciplinary Committee is an essential internal structure responsible for reviewing and adjudicating cases of alleged breaches of professional conduct, misconduct, and ethical violations involving senior officers of the rank of Assistant Superintendent of Police and above.

The affected officers, drawn from various commands and formations across the country, are expected to undergo a thorough and transparent review process in line with extant police regulations and disciplinary procedures for final recommendation to the Police Service Commission.

‎The Inspector-General of Police, IGP Kayode Adeolu Egbetokun, Ph.D., NPM, has reaffirmed his administration’s dedication to discipline and ethical conduct within the Force.

He emphasized that the Nigeria Police Force will not condone any form of indiscipline or misconduct.

‎The Nigeria Police Force remains resolute in its commitment to promoting integrity, professionalism, and public trust. The disciplinary process reflects the Force’s keenness to maintaining an accountable and service-driven institution, where standards are upheld and the rule of law is respected from within.