The Nigeria Police Force (NPF) has announced a significant achievement in its efforts to enforce the recent directive from President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, GCFR, which banned the deployment of police personnel for VIP escort and guard duties.
The Force Headquarters, through its specially constituted enforcement team, reported a high and commendable level of compliance following a major monitoring exercise conducted across Lagos State on Saturday, December 6, 2025.
Operation Details and Findings
The monitoring exercise commenced at approximately 10:00 hours and focused on key, high-traffic areas known for VIP movements.
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Key Locations Monitored:
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The Lekki-Ikoyi Link Bridge.
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The Domestic Wing of the Murtala Muhammed International Airport (MMIA).
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Several other strategic security points across Lagos State.
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Crucially, the enforcement team recorded a perfect outcome: “No case of unauthorised deployment of police personnel for VIP escort duties was recorded during the monitoring, and consequently, no arrest was made.”
Commitment to Core Policing Duties
The Inspector-General of Police (IGP), IGP Kayode Adeolu Egbetokun, Ph.D., NPM, reiterated the Force’s unwavering commitment to the total and full implementation of the presidential directive nationwide.
The rationale behind the strict enforcement is the strategic redeployment of police manpower back to their primary, core policing functions:
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Enhancing General Security: Freeing up officers to patrol and secure communities.
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Crime Prevention: Increasing visibility and proactive policing efforts.
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Protection of Lives and Property: Strengthening the Force’s ability to respond to emergencies and maintain public order.
The Police Force assured the public that the policy will be enforced “nationwide without fear or favour” as the NPF works towards establishing a more professional, efficient, and citizen-centered policing system for the country.
CSP BENJAMIN HUNDEYIN, anipr, mipra
Force Public Relations Officer
Force Headquarters, Abuja
