The Inspector-General of Police, Kayode Egbetokun, has confirmed the recall of 11,566 police personnel, announcing that their redeployment to underserved and vulnerable communities across the country has already begun.
Egbetokun said the move is part of ongoing reforms targeted at strengthening internal security, advancing community policing, and ensuring a more balanced distribution of police manpower nationwide.
According to the IGP, the newly redeployed officers will reinforce security presence in rural and high-risk areas that have for years grappled with inadequate policing. He noted that the deployment is expected to improve response time, enhance community engagement, and bolster ongoing operations against criminal networks.
Reaffirming the commitment of the Nigeria Police Force to professional and efficient service delivery, Egbetokun described the exercise as a key component of a broader strategy to enhance public safety and guarantee adequate security coverage for all communities, regardless of size or location.
He further assured Nigerians that additional reforms are underway to reposition the police force for greater efficiency, accountability and national security impact.
