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The Inspector General of Police, Olatunji Disu, has disclosed that about 140 police officers died within one year while serving in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT).
Disu made the disclosure during an interactive session with members of the Crime Correspondents Association of Nigeria (CCAN) at the Police Resource Centre in Jabi, Abuja, noting that the officers lost their lives through violent attacks, accidents, and other duty-related incidents.
The IGP emphasized that policing in Nigeria has become increasingly demanding, with officers operating beyond conventional shift systems and working under difficult conditions to protect citizens and maintain public safety.
While reaffirming the Nigeria Police Force’s commitment to professionalism, accountability, transparency, and respect for human rights, Disu appealed for responsible recording and circulation of police-related videos, warning that misleading or manipulated content could affect morale and distort public perception of security operations.
He also cautioned against recycling old videos as recent incidents, stressing that misinformation can create unnecessary panic and undermine national security efforts.
The IGP further assured Nigerians that the Police Force remains committed to sanctioning officers found guilty of misconduct while urging greater public support and collaboration with security agencies.
Earlier, CCAN Chairman, Mr. Festus Fifen, pledged continued support from crime correspondents through responsible journalism and improved collaboration with the police to promote accurate reporting and public trust.
