Inspector-General of Police, Kayode Egbetokun, has instructed all police commands to implement a strategic plan aimed at reducing crime rates by 50% in 2025.
He issued the directive on Monday during the 5th Annual Conference and Retreat for Senior Police Officers in Abeokuta.
The three-day event, themed *”Improving Nigeria’s Internal Security and Economic Prosperity Through Inclusive Policing,”* runs from February 24 to 26 and is attended by over 1,000 senior police officers.
Egbetokun emphasized that the theme aligns with President Bola Tinubu’s security agenda and underscores the commitment to addressing insecurity.
“The theme reflects the President’s vision for a highly skilled, intelligence-driven police force capable of tackling emerging security threats,” he stated.
He added that intensified security operations, in collaboration with the military and other agencies, are yielding positive results in combating organized crime.
Speaking at the event, Niger Delta Development Commission Chairman, Chiedu Ebie, called on the Federal Government to conduct regular evaluations and screenings of police officers, including psychiatric assessments.
He also praised the police for their dedication to improving security but noted that their efforts often go unrecognized.
“With just 370,000 officers responsible for the safety of over 230 million people, the force deserves greater appreciation,” Ebie said, pledging the commission’s continued support.
A senior police officer, speaking anonymously, confirmed that many commands have already begun implementing the crime reduction directive, resulting in an increase in prosecutions across the country.
