The Niger State Police Command has announced the death of former Commissioner of Police in the state, CP Diseye Desire Nsirim (rtd.), who passed away on September 21, 2026, in a hospital after a brief illness.
Nsirim, who hailed from Kolokuma/Opokuma Local Government Area of Bayelsa State, served as the 27th Commissioner of Police in Niger State between 2012 and 2014, becoming the first and, according to the Command, only female officer to have occupied the position.
The Police Public Relations Officer, Niger State Command, SP Wasiu Abiodun, in a condolence message,said Nsirim was a distinguished police officer and dedicated public servant who devoted her years of meritorious service to the nation.
During her tenure in Niger State, she demonstrated professionalism, courage, discipline, integrity and commitment to the protection of lives and property, contributing to the maintenance of law and order, crime prevention and public safety.
Among the notable security operations recorded under her watch was the dismantling of the Darul-Salam group in Mokwa and the busting of another terrorist group in Minna.
The Commissioner of Police, Niger State Command, CP Adamu Abdullahi Elleman, mnips, on behalf of officers and personnel of the Command, commiserated with the family, relatives, colleagues and associates of the deceased.
Elleman acknowledged Nsirim’s immense sacrifice and contributions to policing in Niger State and national security, and extended his heartfelt condolences to the family.
He prayed that Almighty God would grant the family the strength and fortitude to bear the irreparable loss.
