On April 7th, 2025, the Nigeria Police celebrated its first National Police Day with a grand event at Eagle Square, Abuja. This occasion represented a key moment in recognising the vital role the police play in maintaining national security and stability. A standout feature of the celebration was an impressive parade and procession performed by police personnel, demonstrating their professionalism and expertise in the field.
In his address, the Inspector-General of Police, IGP Kayode Egbetokun, emphasised the significance of the National Police Day as a symbol of the NPF’s renewed commitment to professionalism, community partnership, and service excellence.
The IGP, while appreciating President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for the pronouncement of April 7th annually as National Police Day, stated the pledge of the Force to deepen its reforms and reinforce its bond with the communities, reiterating the Force’s determination to uphold the rule of law, combat crime, and ensure the safety and security of all Nigerians.
In the speech of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, who was the special guest of honour but represented by the vice president, Senator Kashim Shettima, the president reiterated the federal government’s commitment to improvement in areas of welfare and provision of modern equipment and technology to improve operational capability and efficiency of the Nigeria Police Force. He furthermore commended the courage, resilience, and sacrifices of police officers throughout Nigeria in combatting insecurity.
The event features a parade that comprises an array of operational and tactical gadgets of the force, such as Explosive Ordnance Disposal Robots, specialised EOD disposal vehicles, special intervention squad air and land responses, K9 displays, police mobile force, special protection unit, and counterterrorism unit drill displays; peacekeeping paraphernalia, amongst others.
The momentous occasion brought together an array of distinguished guests from the highest levels of government, security agencies, and the private sector, including members from the Federal Executive Council, state governors, the National Assembly, service chiefs, retired inspectors-general of police, deputy inspectors-general of police & members of the force management team, retired senior police officers, members of the Police Veteran Association, heads and captains of industries, and other distinguished dignitaries.
Meanwhile, the Nigeria Police has sincerely thanked all attendees, partners, and stakeholders whose contributions made this inaugural National Police Day celebration a resounding success. The Force remained dedicated to building on this momentum to enhance its capabilities, strengthen community relations, and foster a safer, more secure environment for all Nigerians.
