Inspector-General Olatunji Disu Spearheads Structural Reform to Eradicate Administrative Corruption and Institutional Impunity Within Nigeria Police Force

Inspector-General Olatunji Disu implements new accountability measures, officer welfare programs, and structural reforms to modernize the Nigeria Police Force.

By: AXL Media

Published: Apr 30, 2026, 6:26 AM EDT

Source: Information for this report was sourced from THISDAYLIVE

A Decisive Mandate for Command Accountability

Inspector-General of Police Olatunji Disu has launched a comprehensive campaign to pivot the Nigeria Police Force toward a culture of transparency and service since his assumption of office on February 24, 2026. Central to this mission is the revitalization of internal oversight mechanisms, including the Complaint Response Unit and the Independent X-Squad. These units are now empowered to investigate misconduct without external interference, ensuring that Commissioners of Police are held personally liable for the conduct of personnel under their jurisdiction. By removing the shield of anonymity for rogue officers, the new administration seeks to establish a rigid standard of discipline that starts at the highest levels of command.

Dismantling the Culture of Bureaucratic Obstruction

One of the defining achievements of the current tenure is the eradication of the “Keep In View” (KIV) culture, a loophole previously utilized to bury sensitive criminal investigations. This reform was highlighted by the actions of DCP Aliyu Abubakar within the Police Monitoring Unit, who uncovered and activated a suppressed criminal file sidelined by the previous administration. By moving these cases toward immediate prosecution, the leadership has signaled an end to the systematic cover-ups that once shielded criminals from justice. Furthermore, the strict enforcement of checkpoint bans aims to remove opportunities for public extortion, a practice that has historically damaged the reputation of the force.

Ending Rank-Based Interference in Judicial Processes

To address the systemic lousiness that allowed high-ranking officers to compromise investigations for personal gain, IGP Disu has implemented clear boundaries regarding case management. Previously, particularly in the Southeast zone, senior officials frequently exploited their rank to seize control of high-profile cases only to jeopardize them in exchange for illicit profits. The current reforms emphasize that rank no longer serves as a license to hijack the judicial process. By decentralizing oversight and ensuring files remain on a direct path to the legal department, the administration is prioritizing the rule of law over the personal interests of the police hierarchy.