Disu gave the charge during the decoration ceremony of the newly promoted senior officers at the Nigeria Police Force Headquarters in Abuja.
He said the elevation to the rank of Deputy Inspector-General of Police was not merely the wearing of new insignia but a recognition of years of dedicated service and a call to greater responsibility in the leadership of the force.
According to him, the rank represents one of the highest levels of professional trust within the police and demands wisdom, courage and a strong commitment to justice and service.
“As members of the top strategic leadership of the Nigeria Police Force, you are now entrusted with responsibilities that go beyond operational command.
“You are expected to provide institutional direction, strengthen internal discipline, drive reforms and ensure that our policing strategies remain responsive to the evolving security landscape of our nation,” he said.
The IG noted that the security environment had become increasingly complex, with challenges ranging from organised crime and cyber-enabled threats to violent criminal networks.
“The security environment in which we operate continues to evolve in complexity. From organised crime and cyber-enabled threats to violent criminal networks and emerging security challenges, the expectations placed on the Nigeria Police Force have never been greater.
“It is therefore imperative that our leadership remains forward-looking, strategic and firmly committed to professionalism and operational excellence.
“In this regard, I charge you to bring to bear your vast experience in strengthening intelligence-led policing, deepening inter-agency cooperation, enhancing operational coordination across commands and reinforcing accountability within the ranks,” he said.
Disu added that the roles of the DIGs would be critical to ongoing efforts to reposition the police into a more professional, technologically driven and citizen-focused institution.
