Nigeria Will Not Become a Theatre for Foreign Conflicts

Nigeria Will Not Become a Theatre for Foreign Conflicts – IGP Disu
Strengthen Surveillance and Peacekeeping Ahead of Global Security Risks
IGP Disu Calls for Calm

Acting Inspector-General of Police, Ag. IGP Olatunji Disu, has assured Nigerians of the Nigeria Police Force’s steadfast commitment to protecting lives, property, and national security amid rising geopolitical tensions in the Middle East and their potential global effects.

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Eko Hot Blog reports that while noting that Nigeria remains stable with internal security firmly under control, the IGP said the Force has intensified proactive, intelligence-led policing across the country.

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A statement signed by ACP Benjamin Hundeyin, Acting Force Public Relations Officer, outlined directives from IGP Disu to all Commissioners of Police in the 36 states and the Federal Capital Territory. Special focus was given to the North West, North East, and North Central zones, with instructions to:

Heighten surveillance and intelligence gathering,

Strengthen collaboration with traditional and religious leaders,

Enhance visibility policing around worship centres and public spaces,

Rapidly respond to any attempt by individuals or groups to exploit global developments to incite unrest or sectarian conflict.

Nigeria Will Not Become a Theatre for Foreign Conflicts - IGP Disu — Police

“The Nigeria Police Force reiterates that Nigeria will not serve as a theatre for foreign conflicts. Any attempt to import external ideological or religious tensions into the country will be met with the full weight of the law,” the statement emphasized.

IGP Disu also urged community leaders to continue promoting peace and called on citizens to remain calm, vigilant, and law-abiding, reporting any suspicious activity to the nearest police formation.

“The Nigeria Police Force remains resolute, prepared, and fully committed to safeguarding every Nigerian and maintaining national security at all times,” the statement concluded.