In the course of strengthening the Nigeria Police Force , NPF has publicly released immediate response channels to assist the society on emergency matters arrising from any location in Nigeria while reassuring the readiness of POLICE COMPLAINTS RESPONSE UNIT, CPU to encourage public reporting of misconduct.
A release by DCP ANTHONY OKON PLACID, psc(+), mnipr, mni ,Force Public Relations Officer, Force Headquarters Abuja , 7th May 2026, reads thus:
“The Nigeria Police Force has reaffirmed its commitment to accountability, professionalism, and public trust through the continued strengthening of the Police Complaints Response Unit (CRU) as a direct and accessible channel for citizens to report police misconduct and unprofessional conduct.
The Inspector-General of Police, IGP Olatunji Rilwan Disu, psc (+), NPM, made this known during the Emergency Conference with Commissioners of Police and members of the press held at the Goodluck Ebele Jonathan Peacekeeping Centre, Force Headquarters, Abuja.
According to the Inspector-General, the Complaints Response Unit remains fully operational 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, providing members of the public with a direct platform to report cases of misconduct, abuse of office, extortion, human rights violations, and other unethical behaviour involving police personnel.
The IGP emphasized that accountability remains a core pillar of ongoing reforms within the Nigeria Police Force, noting that legitimate complaints from citizens will continue to receive prompt attention and necessary action.
He further encouraged Nigerians to make use of the available complaint channels responsibly, stressing that public cooperation is essential to building a more professional, transparent, and people-centered Police institution.
The Nigeria Police Force assures citizens that all reports received through the CRU are treated with seriousness and confidentiality, while appropriate disciplinary measures will continue to be taken against erring personnel found culpable after investigation.
The Force reiterates its determination to strengthen public confidence and institutional integrity through transparency, responsiveness, and respect for the rule of law”.
