The Nigeria Police Force has reassured Nigerians of sustained security vigilance across the country following evolving geopolitical tensions in the Middle East and their potential global implications.
The reassurance was issued on Saturday as the Inspector-General of Police, Ag. IGP Olatunji Disu, affirmed the Force’s unwavering commitment to the protection of lives, property and national peace.
In a statement dated March 1, 2026, and signed by the Force Public Relations Officer, Ag. ACP Benjamin Hundeyin, the police emphasized that Nigeria remains stable and that its internal security architecture is firmly under control.
“The Inspector-General of Police reassures all Nigerians of the unwavering commitment of the Nigeria Police Force to the protection of lives, property and national peace in light of evolving geopolitical tensions in the Middle East and their potential global implications,” Hundeyin stated.
“While Nigeria remains stable and its internal security situation firmly under control, the Force has reinforced proactive, intelligence-led policing measures across the country.”
According to the statement, the Acting IGP has directed all Commissioners of Police in the 36 states and the Federal Capital Territory to heighten surveillance and intelligence-gathering operations, with particular focus on the North-West, North-East and North-Central zones.
“The Ag. IGP has directed Commissioners of Police nationwide to intensify surveillance, strengthen intelligence-gathering mechanisms and deepen collaboration with traditional and religious leaders,” Hundeyin said.
He added that security presence would be significantly enhanced around critical public infrastructure.
“There will be enhanced visibility policing around worship centres and other public spaces, while any attempt by individuals or groups to exploit global developments to incite unrest or sectarian tension will be swiftly addressed,” he warned.
The Force made it clear that Nigeria would not allow external ideological or religious conflicts to take root within its borders.
“The Nigeria Police Force reiterates that Nigeria will not serve as a theatre for foreign conflicts. Any attempt to import external ideological or religious tensions into the country will be met with the full weight of the law,” Hundeyin declared.
Calling for collective responsibility, the IGP urged community leaders and citizens to play active roles in preserving national unity and peace.
“The Inspector-General of Police calls on community leaders nationwide to continue promoting peace, while urging citizens to remain calm, vigilant and law-abiding,” the statement read.
“He further encourages members of the public to promptly report any suspicious activity to the nearest police formation.”
Reaffirming the Force’s readiness, Hundeyin stressed that the Nigeria Police Force remains fully prepared to respond to any emerging security challenge.
“The Nigeria Police Force remains resolute, prepared and fully committed to safeguarding every Nigerian and maintaining national security at all times,” he concluded.
