The Deputy Inspector-General of Police in charge of the Department of Training and Development (DTD), DIG Isyaku Mohammed, PhD, FCNA, has urged officers and men of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Police Command to uphold discipline, professionalism and community-oriented policing as key pillars for effective service delivery.
The charge was given during an operational assessment visit to the FCT Police Command on Friday as part of the Inspector-General of Police’s Zone 7 operational evaluation designed to strengthen security architecture and improve policing standards across commands within the zone.
Receiving the delegation at the FCT Police Command Headquarters, the Commissioner of Police, FCT Command, CP (Prof.) Ahmed Mohammed Sanusi, PhD, FCAI, reaffirmed the Command’s commitment to implementing the policing vision of the Inspector-General of Police, IGP Olatunji Rilwan Disu.
The Commissioner highlighted the Command’s recent operational achievements, noting that its policing strategy remains anchored on intelligence-led operations, strong community partnerships and adherence to internationally accepted policing standards.
Addressing officers, DIG Mohammed explained that the assessment was undertaken on the directive of the Inspector-General of Police to evaluate operational structures, identify gaps and recommend measures that would further enhance policing effectiveness and service delivery across Zone 7.
He reminded officers of the need to conduct themselves with discipline, professionalism and accountability, stressing that strict adherence to the rule of law and respect for citizens’ rights are fundamental to building public confidence in the Nigeria Police Force.
The DIG also urged commanders and frontline personnel to faithfully implement the Inspector-General’s operational directives while sustaining policing strategies that promote transparency, efficiency and community trust.
Community leaders and stakeholders from across the Federal Capital Territory commended the Inspector-General’s commitment to regular operational oversight, describing the deployment of senior police officers for direct engagement with personnel and residents as a positive step towards strengthening collaboration and improving security.
The visit featured an interactive session during which officers and community representatives discussed prevailing security concerns and explored practical strategies for enhancing intelligence gathering, patrol operations and community engagement.
The operational assessment concluded with a group photograph to commemorate the visit and reaffirm the shared commitment of the police and community stakeholders to maintaining peace and security in the Federal Capital Territory.
