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IGP DISU RECEIVES NIPSS DG, EXPLORES AVENUES FOR STRATEGIC COLLABORATION. (PHOTOS). #PRESS RELEASE.


 IGP DISU RECEIVES NIPSS DG, EXPLORES AVENUES FOR STRATEGIC COLLABORATION


The Inspector-General of Police, IGP Olatunji Rilwan Disu, psc(+), NPM, on Thursday, 16th April 2026, received the Director-General of the National Institute for Policy and Strategic Studies (NIPSS), Professor Ayo Omotayo, at the Force Headquarters, Abuja, to explore areas of mutual collaboration.


The Director-General was accompanied by DIG ‘Leye Oyebade (Rtd), mni, and Dr. Garba Malumfashi.


The meeting focused on strengthening institutional partnership between the National Institute for Policy and Strategic Studies and the Nigeria Police Force, particularly in the areas of national security, strategic leadership, capacity development, and policy support.


In his remarks, the Director-General noted that NIPSS, being under the direct supervision of the Presidency, remains Nigeria’s foremost policy think tank and centre for policy formulation. He described the Institute as the nation’s apex platform for strategic reflection, research, and dialogue, designed to engage top-level technocrats and leaders in shaping national policy and governance.


In his response, the Inspector-General of Police appreciated the visit and reiterated the importance of strategic collaboration between the Nigeria Police Force and policy institutions in advancing national security objectives. He reaffirmed the commitment of the Force to intelligence-led policing, capacity development, and ongoing reforms aimed at enhancing professionalism and service delivery.


The IGP further assured the delegate of the Force’s readiness to partner with NIPSS in advancing research, policy formulation, and leadership development initiatives that will strengthen internal security and governance in Nigeria.


The Nigeria Police Force reiterates its commitment to fostering institutional partnerships in the collective effort to ensure a safer and more secure Nigeria.


DCP ANTHONY OKON PLACID psc(+) mni

Force Public Relations Officer

Force Headquarters, Abuja

17th April, 2026..

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