The Inspector-General of Police (IGP), Olatunji Rilwan Disu, has reaffirmed the Nigeria Police Force’s commitment to intelligence-led, technology-driven and evidence-based policing as part of efforts to strengthen criminal investigations and enhance public safety.
Disu made the commitment during a working visit to Enugu State, where he commissioned the Centre for DNA Forensics, Criminal Investigation and Biotechnology (DeFOCI). He described the facility as a strategic national asset that would improve criminal investigations, support the administration of justice and advance the adoption of scientific methods in modern policing.
The IGP commended Enugu State Governor, Dr. Peter Ndubuisi Mbah, Godfrey Okoye University, the DNA Learning Center and other partners for their collaboration in establishing the centre. He said the facility would enhance forensic research, capacity building and institutional collaboration, while supporting investigations into homicide, kidnapping, terrorism, armed robbery, cybercrime, human trafficking and sexual offences.
Addressing officers and men of the Enugu State Police Command, Disu praised their dedication to maintaining peace and security across the state. He urged them to remain vigilant, strengthen intelligence gathering, embrace continuous professional development and uphold the highest standards of discipline, integrity and respect for human rights in the discharge of their duties.
The police chief also assured personnel that the Force would continue to prioritise officers’ welfare, training, operational capacity and the provision of modern policing equipment. He reiterated the Force’s zero-tolerance policy for corruption, misconduct, abuse of office and other unethical practices capable of eroding public confidence.
He stressed that the Nigeria Police Force would continue to strengthen its forensic capabilities and deepen institutional partnerships to ensure policing remains responsive to the nation’s evolving security challenges.
