IGP Disu launches police vigilant app, NPF–MTN CUG network to strengthen fraud response

 
The Inspector-General of Police, IGP Olatunji Disu, Tuesday, launched the Nigeria Police Force (NPF) vigilant app and the NPF–MTN closed user hroup (CUG) network to strengthen public engagement, financial-fraud reporting, secure communication and operational response.
Force Public Relations Officer (FPRO), CSP Anietie Iniedu, in a press statement, in Abuja, said the event was attended by representatives of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), the Presidential Committee on Economic and Financial Inclusion, members of the Police Service Commission (PSC) board, Nigeria Inter-Bank Settlement System, financial institutions, fintech companies, MTN Nigeria, Vigilant Technology Limited, TIMPH International Limited, and other relevant partners.
He explained that, "The NPF vigilant app is a citizen-facing platform developed by the Force ICT Department in collaboration with stakeholders in the financial-services ecosystem to facilitate prompt reporting of suspected financial fraud.
"The App enables users to submit reports, upload relevant evidence, track cases, and receive feedback, while supporting coordination with relevant institutions in line with extant laws and procedures.
"The NPF–MTN CUG Network is a dedicated platform designed to provide police personnel nationwide with secure and affordable on-net communication. The initiative is expected to enhance communication, emergency coordination and operational response across commands and units."
The Spokesperson noted that the IGP in his remarks, described the initiatives as another practical step in the Force’s digital-transformation drive, noting that the vigilant app will strengthen engagement with members of the public, while the CUG network will improve communication within the Force. Both platforms are intended to make the Nigeria Police Force more connected, responsive and effective, IGP Disu added.
He said the Police chief reiterated that technology remained an enabler of professional policing and must be deployed lawfully, ethically and responsibly, with due regard for citizens’ rights, privacy, data protection and accountability.
He further reaffirmed the commitment of the Force to sustained collaboration with relevant institutions and the private sector in enhancing public safety and national security.
On his part, the Deputy Inspector-General of Police in charge of Information and Communication Technology, DIG Fayoade Adegoke Mustapha, stated that the initiatives demonstrate the Force’s resolve to deploy practical technology-driven solutions that improve service delivery, support personnel and strengthen public engagement.
DIG Mustapha urged Nigerians to download the NPF Vigilant App from the Google Play Store and Apple App Store and use it responsibly to report suspected financial fraud.
The FPRO added, "The NPF appreciates the CBN, the Presidential Committee on Economic and Financial Inclusion, NIBSS, financial institutions, fintech companies, MTN Nigeria, Vigilant Technology Limited, TIMPH International Limited and all other partners whose collaboration contributed to the successful launch of the initiatives.
"The NPF remain committed to deploying innovation and strategic partnerships to deliver more accessible, responsive, people-centred and effective policing services to all Nigerians."