IGP warns officers in opposition to being utilized by politicians in 2027 elections

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By Linda Ikeji
12 November 2026, 7:06 am

The Inspector-General of Police, Tunji Disu, has warned cops in opposition to permitting politicians to make use of them to compromise the 2027 electoral course of.

Speaking on Wednesday, November 11, in the course of the month-to-month convention with strategic senior officers of the Nigeria Police Force in Abuja, Disu stated the police would stay impartial and supply equal safety to candidates, political events, their supporters, and eligible voters, no matter political affiliation.

He stated: “I will not tolerate any officer using the authority of the Police to advance the interest of any political party, candidate or sponsor.

“Any officer found to be colluding with political actors, facilitating thuggery, compromising the integrity of the electoral process or interfering with the rights of voters will be disciplined according to the law.”

He cautioned officers in opposition to permitting politicians to use their positions, saying erring personnel would face disciplinary motion.

“The Nigeria Police Force is not a tool for any politician, any party or any interest. If you allow yourself to be used, you will face the consequences alone.

“Protect the process, protect the people, and protect your own career and reputation. Do not be used,” the IG stated. 

The IG directed Commissioners of Police and different senior officers to stay of their respective instructions till the electoral course of concludes.