Acting IG Disu Declares Zero Tolerance for Corruption, Formally Assumes Office
- Feb 25
- 2 min read
The Acting Inspector-General of Police, Tunji Disu, on Wednesday declared an end to impunity within the Nigeria Police Force, pledging to enforce strict discipline, uphold human rights, and institute a zero-tolerance policy against corruption as he formally assumed office.
Disu made the declaration shortly after he was decorated with his new rank by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu at the Presidential Villa, Abuja. The ceremony marked a swift leadership transition at the Force Headquarters following the resignation of Kayode Egbetokun.
Addressing journalists after the decoration, Disu stressed that the Nigeria Police exists to serve citizens, not political interests. He stated that officers would be retrained and reoriented to understand that the Nigerian people remain the ultimate authority the Force answers to. According to him, no police institution anywhere in the world can function effectively without public trust and cooperation.
He announced that one of his immediate priorities would be a nationwide address to officers to reinforce citizen-centred policing. Emphasising accountability, Disu vowed to stamp out corruption and human rights violations, warning that misconduct would no longer be tolerated under his leadership.
On welfare, the acting IGP acknowledged longstanding concerns within the Force and promised to prioritise officer motivation. He argued that improved morale and proper support structures are essential to boosting operational efficiency and tackling security challenges such as banditry and insurgency.
Reflecting on his appointment, Disu described the moment as emotional, noting that the President’s detailed reference to his career milestones during the decoration underscored expectations for performance. He said the remarks served as both recognition and a challenge to deliver measurable improvements in national security.
Egbetokun, who attended the ceremony and later handed over at the Force Headquarters, expressed confidence in his successor. He described Disu as a seasoned officer who had played key roles during his administration, including overseeing compliance with presidential directives and strengthening intelligence-led operations. Egbetokun urged him to consolidate ongoing reforms and deepen inter-agency collaboration.
Disu’s appointment comes just weeks before his scheduled retirement in April 2026 upon attaining 60 years of age. However, under provisions of the Police Act 2020, an Inspector-General of Police is entitled to a four-year tenure subject to confirmation. The President is expected to forward his name to the Nigeria Police Council and subsequently to the Senate for confirmation as substantive IGP, a move that could trigger the retirement of several senior officers in line with established tradition.
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