The Inspector-General of Police, Olatunji Rilwan Disu, has reaffirmed the commitment of the Nigeria Police Force to intelligence-led, technology-driven and evidence-based policing as part of efforts to strengthen crime detection and enhance public safety across the country.
Disu made the pledge during a working visit to Enugu State, where he commissioned the Centre for DNA Forensics, Criminal Investigation and Biotechnology (DeFOCI), describing the facility as a critical national asset for modern law enforcement and criminal justice administration.
Speaking at the event, the IGP said the centre would significantly improve criminal investigations through the application of scientific and forensic methods, while enhancing the quality of evidence available for the prosecution of criminal cases.
He noted that the facility would support investigations into serious crimes, including homicide, kidnapping, terrorism, armed robbery, cybercrime, human trafficking and sexual offences.
“The Centre for DNA Forensics, Criminal Investigation and Biotechnology is a strategic national asset that will strengthen criminal investigations, enhance the administration of justice and support the adoption of scientific methods in modern policing,” Disu said.
The police chief commended the Governor of Enugu State, Peter Ndubuisi Mbah, as well as Godfrey Okoye University, the DNA Learning Center and other partners for their collaboration in establishing the facility.
According to him, the centre will create opportunities for forensic research, capacity building and institutional partnerships aimed at advancing security and criminal investigations in Nigeria.
During a meeting with officers and men of the Enugu State Police Command, the IGP praised their commitment and sacrifices in maintaining law and order across the state.He urged personnel to remain vigilant, strengthen intelligence gathering efforts, embrace continuous professional development and uphold the highest standards of professionalism in the discharge of their responsibilities.
Disu also stressed the importance of discipline, integrity and respect for human rights, noting that public trust remains essential to effective policing.
He assured officers that the Force would continue to prioritise personnel welfare, training, operational capacity and the provision of modern policing equipment to enhance service delivery.
The IGP reiterated the Force’s zero-tolerance stance on corruption, misconduct, abuse of office and other unethical practices capable of eroding public confidence in the police.
“The Force will continually prioritise personnel welfare, training, operational capacity and modern policing equipment, while maintaining zero tolerance for corruption, misconduct, abuse of office and all forms of unethical conduct capable of undermining public confidence in the Nigeria Police Force,” he stated.
The visit forms part of ongoing efforts by the police leadership to strengthen forensic capabilities and deepen collaboration with academic and research institutions as the Force seeks to align its operations with evolving security challenges and global best practices in law enforcement.
