The Nigeria Police Force has begun disciplinary hearings involving 167 senior officers as part of reforms aimed at restoring integrity and professionalism within the Force.
The proceedings, which commenced at the Force Headquarters, Abuja, are being handled by the Force Disciplinary Committee (FDC), a statutory internal mechanism responsible for reviewing allegations of misconduct involving officers of the rank of Assistant Superintendent of Police and above.
According to the Force Public Relations Officer, DCP Anthony Placid, the exercise represents a critical phase in ongoing institutional reforms designed to strengthen accountability, enforce discipline, and rebuild public trust in the Nigeria Police Force.
He stated that the hearings are being conducted in line with established procedures to ensure fairness, transparency, and strict adherence to extant regulations.
“The Force Disciplinary Committee is currently reviewing pending disciplinary matters involving 167 senior officers over alleged breaches of professional conduct and related offences,” he said.
DCP Placid explained that the committee is tasked with thoroughly examining each case and making appropriate recommendations to the Police Service Commission for further action.
“This process ensures that all officers are given fair hearing, while also guaranteeing that standards of discipline and accountability are not compromised,” he added.
He further noted that the ongoing exercise is part of a broader reform agenda initiated by the Inspector-General of Police, aimed at repositioning the Force for improved service delivery.
“These disciplinary proceedings are not punitive alone; they are corrective and reform-driven. The goal is to strengthen internal control mechanisms and reinforce ethical conduct across all ranks,” the spokesman said.
DCP Placid quoted the Inspector-General of Police, IGP Olatunji Disu, as reaffirming that no officer found culpable of misconduct would be shielded from due process.
“The IGP has made it clear that discipline, integrity, and professionalism remain non-negotiable. Any officer found wanting will face appropriate sanctions in accordance with the law,” he stated.
He added that the reforms are already yielding results in enhancing operational standards and improving public perception of the Force.
“We are committed to building a police force that Nigerians can trust, one that is accountable, professional, and responsive to the rule of law,” DCP Placid emphasized.
The Nigeria Police Force reiterated that the disciplinary process will be conducted to conclusion without interference, assuring that justice will be served in all cases.
It also urged officers across all formations to adhere strictly to professional ethics and service regulations, noting that the ongoing reforms signal a renewed era of accountability within the Force.
