Inspector-general of police, Kayode Egbetokun has ordered the immediate withdrawal of police mobile force personnel from private individuals across the country.
In a statement on Tuesday, the Spokesman of the Nigeria Police Force, Muyiwa Adejobi, said that the move was part of the reorganisation of the Police Mobile Force and to strengthen internal security.
Egbetokun ordered all Police Mobile Force squadrons to maintain at least one fully equipped, combat-ready unit on constant standby, effective immediately.
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He said: “The PMF was created as a strike force – to be swift, decisive and combat-ready. Effective immediately, all PMF squadrons are directed to maintain at least one fully equipped, combat-ready unit on standby at all times.
“These units must be prepared to support their respective state commands in any situation requiring urgent tactical intervention. Additionally, each squadron will be required to send one unit for training every quarter.
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“These sessions will go beyond operational proficiency, placing strong emphasis on ethics, professionalism and the principles of responsible policing.
“Currently, squadron sizes will be reviewed and reduced to ensure operational effectiveness and agility. From this moment, PMF commanders will be held vicariously responsible for the conduct of their personnel.
“You are expected to lead proactively through regular lectures, inspections and localised training programmes that reinforce discipline, respect for human rights and operational excellence.
“The priority now is to refocus our strength and personnel towards combating violent crimes and safeguarding national security.
“We will also inject new leadership perspectives, strategic approaches and continuous capacity-building initiatives aimed at restoring the PMF to its rightful place as a dominant force in internal security and a model of tactical excellence.’’
