Acting Inspector-General of Police (IGP) Olatunji Disu has placed all state police commands on red alert to prevent any spillover of the escalating Middle East conflict — particularly the United States’ and Israel’s military actions against Iran — from affecting Nigeria’s internal security.
In a statement issued yesterday in Abuja by Force Public Relations Officer (FPRO) Benjamin Hundeyin (acting Assistant Commissioner of Police), the IGP directed commissioners of police in the Northwest, Northeast, and Northcentral zones to intensify surveillance and intelligence gathering.
The directive also includes:
– Strengthening collaboration with traditional and religious leaders
– Enhancing visibility policing around worship centres and public spaces
– Swiftly addressing any attempts by individuals or groups to exploit global developments to incite unrest or sectarian tension
Disu reassured Nigerians that the country remains stable and its internal security is firmly under control. He emphasised the Nigeria Police Force’s proactive, intelligence-led measures nationwide.
“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,” the statement read.
The IGP called on community leaders to continue promoting peace and urged citizens to remain calm, vigilant, and law-abiding while reporting any suspicious activity to the nearest police formation.
“The Nigeria Police Force remains resolute, prepared, and fully committed to safeguarding every Nigerian and maintaining security at all times,” Hundeyin added.
