The Inspector-General of Police, Olatunji Rilwan Disu, on Tuesday, April 21, 2026, embarked on a series of strategic visits to key security agencies in Abuja, reinforcing efforts to deepen inter-agency collaboration and enhance national security architecture.
The IGP first visited the headquarters of the Nigeria Immigration Service, where he underscored the critical role of joint operations in tackling cross-border crimes.
He stressed that effective border control, intelligence integration, and real-time information sharing are essential to safeguarding the nation.
Disu also called for improved coordination mechanisms and joint training initiatives to strengthen operational efficiency.
IGP Tunji Disu and CG Sylvester Ndidi Nwakuche of Nigerian Prison Service
Responding, the Comptroller-General of the NIS, Kemi Nanna Nandap, welcomed the visit, describing it as a strong signal of commitment to national security cooperation.
She highlighted ongoing collaboration between the Service and the INTERPOL National Central Bureau in combating transnational crimes and enhancing intelligence-sharing frameworks.
In a related development, Disu paid a strategic visit to the Nigerian Correctional Service headquarters, where he emphasised the importance of seamless coordination within the criminal justice system.
He noted that strengthened collaboration in intelligence sharing, custodial security, and prosecution processes would improve investigative outcomes and reduce delays in the justice chain.
IGP Tunji Disu and CG Sylvester Ndidi Nwakuche of Nigerian Prison Service
The Controller-General of the Service, Sylvester Ndidi Nwakuche, commended the IGP, noting that the visit marked the first time a serving police chief had officially visited the agency’s headquarters.
He described the move as a significant step toward advancing criminal justice reforms and called for enhanced joint training programmes to boost professionalism and efficiency.
The police chief also visited the headquarters of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps ((NSCDC), where he reiterated the need for stronger synergy among security agencies to address emerging threats.
Disu reaffirmed the commitment of the police to intelligence-led policing and improved coordination across the internal security framework.
In his remarks, the Commandant-General of the Corps, Ahmed Abubakar Audi, described the visit as unprecedented and lauded the police for their leadership role in internal security.
He advocated for the establishment of a joint fusion centre between the agencies to enhance intelligence coordination and response to evolving security challenges.
Across the three engagements, the Nigeria Police Force reiterated its commitment to fostering institutional partnerships, strengthening inter-agency synergy, and ensuring the safety of lives and property nationwide.
