Modern Security Threats Demand Technology-Driven Policing, Says IGP Disu At DISCON AKUGBE’26
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The Inspector-General of Police, Olatunji Disu, has emphasized the need for stronger collaboration between security institutions, community organizations, and citizens in addressing Nigeria’s evolving security challenges and promoting sustainable national development.
Speaking at the Rotary/Rotaract District Joint DISCON AKUGBE’26 held at Cathelea Convention & Event Center, the IGP stated that modern security threats now extend beyond conventional crimes to include terrorism, cybercrime, organized criminal networks, cultism, misinformation, economic sabotage, and social instability.
Addressing the conference themed “Peace, Security and Sustainable Development: How Rotary Builds Stronger Communities Through Strategic Partnerships,” the IGP assured Nigerians that the Nigeria Police Force remains prepared, determined, and fully committed to confronting emerging threats through intelligence-led and technology-driven policing.
According to the IGP, modern policing can no longer rely on outdated methods while criminals continue to evolve technologically and operationally.
He noted that the Nigeria Police Force is currently undergoing major transformation through improved
intelligence gathering, digital policing, inter-agency collaboration, tactical modernization, operational accountability, and enhanced professionalism across commands and formations.
He further stressed that public trust remains central to effective policing, adding that officers must continue to embody courage, integrity, restraint, and service in the discharge of their duties.
Speaking on national security, he assured citizens that the Force remains fully committed to combating kidnapping, armed robbery, cult-related violence, cybercrime, trafficking, attacks on critical infrastructure, and other threats to national stability.
He also emphasized that security cannot be sustained through enforcement alone, noting that poverty, hopelessness, and lack of opportunities often create environments where crime and extremism thrive.
The IGP described organizations such as Rotary International and Rotaract as strategic partners in nation-building due to their contributions to education, healthcare, youth empowerment, peacebuilding, and humanitarian interventions.
According to him, investments in young people remain critical to reducing crime and instability, stressing that frustrated youths are often targeted by criminal and extremist groups.
He praised Rotaract for promoting leadership, innovation, discipline, and responsible citizenship, while reaffirming the Nigeria Police Force’s readiness to support initiatives focused on youth development and community advancement.
The IGP also highlighted the growing threats posed by cybercrime, online fraud, misinformation, identity theft, and digital radicalization, stating that the future battlefield of security now extends into the
digital space.
He noted that the Force is repositioning itself through cyber intelligence, digital investigations, and technology integration to effectively confront emerging digital threats.
Calling for national unity, the IGP stressed that sustainable peace and development can only be achieved through collective responsibility and active cooperation between citizens and security institutions.
He reaffirmed the Nigeria Police Force’s commitment to reform, modernization, professionalism, accountability, and lawful policing, assuring Nigerians that the Force remains focused on protecting the peace, stability, and unity of the country.
The event brought together Rotary and Rotaract leaders, members of the diplomatic and business communities, stakeholders, and distinguished guests committed to advancing peace, security, and sustainable development in Nigeria.
