The Inspector-General of Police, IGP Kayode Egbetokun has approved the upgrade of the Police Medical Section to a full-fledged Directorate of Medical Services.
According to the Force Public Relations Officer, DCP Muyiwa Adejobi, the elevation of the medical section underscores the IGP’s commitment to far-reaching reforms and the well-being of officers and men of the Force. “This historic decision reflects the renewed focus on healthcare delivery as a vital pillar of police welfare and efficiency,” Adejobi stated.
The newly established Directorate of Medical Services, he explained, will be rebranded and strategically structured to meet modern policing challenges. It will be headed by a Force Chief Medical Director who will coordinate the roles of other directors and medical professionals within the unit.
“This arrangement guarantees specialized oversight, effective resource allocation, and the modernization of healthcare services across the Force,” Adejobi added.
Highlighting the significance of the reform, the Force spokesman noted that the Directorate is not only a welfare initiative but also a national security investment. “By safeguarding the health of officers and their families, the Nigeria Police Force is directly enhancing its collective capacity to protect lives and property,” he said.
The new Directorate will provide comprehensive preventive and emergency healthcare services for serving and retired personnel, while also extending medical support to host communities across the country.
This, according to Adejobi, will ensure improved competency, better coordination, and sustained investment in healthcare delivery.“The Nigeria Police Force remains resolute in implementing reforms that boost morale, improve professionalism, and guarantee an enduring welfare system for its personnel,” Adejobi affirmed.
