The Inspector General of Police, Olatunji Disu, has approved the deployment of Deputy Inspectors General of Police to their respective geopolitical zones effective Monday, June 15, 2026.
He said the move was designed to bring leadership closer to the field and improve operational coordination across the country.
The IG announced the measure at a police conference with senior officers in Abuja on Tuesday.
He said, “In furtherance of our operational objective, I have approved the deployment of Deputy Inspectors General of Police to their respective geopolitical zones with effect from Monday, June 15, 2026.
“This initiative is designed to strengthen supervision, improve operational coordination, enhance accountability and provide strategic oversight of policing activities within their zones.
“This deployment is not ceremonial; it is intended to bring leadership closer to the field, improve response mechanisms and ensure that emergencies and priority threats receive prompt attention.”
The IGP directed the deployed DIGs
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