In a decisive step towards reinforcing internal accountability and professional standards, one hundred and fifty-one (151) senior police officers are currently facing the Force Disciplinary Committee (FDC) over various pending disciplinary matters. The Force Disciplinary Committee is an essential internal structure responsible for reviewing and adjudicating cases of alleged breaches of professional conduct, misconduct, and ethical violations involving senior officers of the rank of Assistant Superintendent of Police and above.
According to the Force Public Relations Officer ACP Muyiwa Adejobi, the affected officers, drawn from various commands and formations across the country, are expected to undergo a thorough and transparent review process in line with extant police regulations and disciplinary procedures for final recommendation to the Police Service Commission.It added that the Inspector-General of Police, IGP Kayode Adeolu Egbetokun, reaffirmed his administration’s dedication to discipline and ethical conduct within the Force. He emphasized that the Nigeria Police Force will not condone any form of indiscipline or misconduct.
The Nigeria Police Force restated its commitment to promoting integrity, professionalism, and public trust promising that the disciplinary process reflects the Force's keenness to maintaining an accountable and service-driven institution, where standards are upheld and the rule of law is respected from within.
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