Abuja:The Alumni Association of Lagos State University (LASU) has expressed its support for Inspector-General (I-G) Mr. Olatunji Disu’s reforms aimed at enhancing the operational efficiency of the Nigeria Police Force.
According to News Agency of Nigeria, the National President of the alumni association, Mr. Norrison Quakers, SAN, made this position known during a courtesy visit to the I-G in Abuja. Quakers led a delegation to identify with Disu, a fellow LASU alumnus, and to commend the various reforms he has initiated within the force.
Quakers highlighted Disu’s commitment to police welfare, inter-agency collaboration, state police, and other ongoing reforms in the Nigeria Police Force as commendable. He noted Disu’s excellent track record in leadership roles, including his tenure with the Intelligence Response Team and as Commissioner of Police for Rivers and the Federal Capital Territory (FCT).
Disu’s appointment as I-G was praised as a step in the right direction, given his policy priorities and efforts to achieve his goals. The visit was also aimed at emphasizing the importance of the I-G’s policy thrust as the nation’s chief security officer, especially in addressing security challenges through intelligence.
Quakers remarked on Disu’s dedication to decentralizing the Nigeria Police Force, a move he described as selfless. He also noted Disu’s support for establishing state police in the country and commended his kindness as shown in a recent video with a retired police commissioner.
In response, I-G Disu expressed appreciation for the visit and noted that LASU graduates have excelled in various fields. He highlighted the vital role of alumni in providing timely information that aids police operations, attributing successes to the support from his educational peers.
Disu acknowledged the increasing challenges in policing, particularly in the northern region, and commended the sacrifices of security officers working to reduce crime. He emphasized the importance of collaboration among police, military, and other agencies to ensure public safety.