The Inspector-General of Police, IGP Olatunji Disu, has received the gazetted Nigeria Police Force Regulations from the Minister of Police Affairs, Dr. Ibrahim Gaidam.
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‎The Force Public Relations Officer, FPRO, DCP Anthony Okon Placid, who disclosed this in a statement stated that the handover ceremony, was held at the Federal Ministry of Police Affairs, Abuja, adding, the development marks a critical step in Nigeria’s ongoing police reform efforts.

Speaking at the event, the Head of the Police Reform Secretariat, Olu Ogunsakin, described the gazettement as a bridge between the provisions of the Police Act 2020 and real-world policing operations.

He noted that it effectively transitions the reform agenda from policy formulation to practical implementation.
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‎In his keynote address, the Minister of Police Affairs reaffirmed the Federal Government’s commitment to strengthening police reforms and ensuring the effective implementation of the Regulations, in line with national security priorities.
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‎IGP Disu, in his remarks, described the development as a major milestone, noting that the Regulations, pursuant to Section 138 of the Police Act, 2020, provide a clear framework for professional, accountable, and rights-based policing.
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‎He commended the Minister for his leadership and appreciated the support of the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) and the Police Reform Secretariat.
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‎The IGP, assured that the Nigeria Police Force will ensure immediate implementation through force-wide dissemination, integration into training and operational frameworks, and strict enforcement across all commands and formations, assuring that accountability will remain central.
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‎The event was attended by representatives of the Police Service Commission, National Human Rights Commission, Nigeria Police Trust Fund, Federal Ministry of Justice, United Nations Development Programme (UNDP), civil society organisations, and other key stakeholders.
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‎To this end, the Nigeria Police Force reiterates its commitment to the full implementation of the Regulations towards strengthening professionalism, enhancing accountability, and building public trust.