The Nigeria police authorities have arraigned 151 senior police officers before the Force Disciplinary Committee (FDC) over various pending disciplinary matters — a decisive step towards reinforcing internal accountability and professional standards.
In a statement on Wednesday, the Force spokesman, ACP Olumuyiwa Adejobi revealed that the exercise commenced today Monday, 14th July till Friday, 25th July 2025, at the Inspector-General of Police, IGP Smart Conference Hall, Force Headquarters, Abuja.
The Force Disciplinary Committee is an essential internal structure responsible for reviewing and adjudicating cases of alleged breaches of professional conduct, misconduct, and ethical violations.
These alleged violations, according to the statement, involve senior officers of the rank of Assistant Superintendent of Police and above.
The affected officers, drawn from various commands and formations across the Country, are expected to undergo a thorough and transparent review process.
The development is in line with extant police regulations and disciplinary procedures for final recommendation to the Police Service Commission.
In addition, the Inspector-General of Police, IGP Kayode Egbetokun, has reaffirmed his administration’s dedication to discipline and ethical conduct within the Force.
The statement emphasized that the Nigeria Police Force will not condone any form of indiscipline or misconduct.
The statement further note that’ “The Nigeria Police Force remains resolute in its commitment to promoting integrity, professionalism, and public trust”.
“The disciplinary process reflects the Force’s keenness to maintaining an accountable and service-driven institution, where standards are upheld and the rule of law is respected from within”, according to the police statement.
