IGP Meets Young Police Officers Called To Bar

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 JUSTICE DISPENSATION: IGP Meets Young Police Officers Called To Bar

In a landmark moment for the Nigeria Police Force, the Inspector-General of Police (IGP), Kayode Egbetokun, convened a special meeting at the Force Headquarters in Abuja to honor and engage with a group of young police officers recently called to the Nigerian Bar.

This gathering marked a significant stride in the Force’s ongoing efforts to integrate legal expertise into its operational framework, reinforcing the ideals of justice, professionalism, and institutional reform.

The IGP commended the officers for their academic achievement, describing their transition into legal professionals as a major enhancement to the Force’s intellectual and ethical capacity.

Among the celebrated officers was Deputy Superintendent of Police Idachaba Laraba, who earned First Class Honours from the Nigerian Law School, a feat that drew special recognition from the IGP and underscored the caliber of talent emerging within the ranks.

Addressing the newly minted lawyers, Egbetokun emphasized that modern policing demands more than physical enforcement; it requires a deep understanding of legal principles, human rights, and constitutional safeguards. He charged the officers to leverage their legal training to strengthen the Force’s prosecutorial capabilities, offer sound legal counsel, and act as agents of reform and discipline. “You are not just returning as police officers, but as legal professionals. Your knowledge must be used to strengthen the Force and to better serve Nigerians,” he declared.

In a strategic move to institutionalize legal excellence, the IGP announced the elevation of the Police Legal Section to a full-fledged Directorate of Legal Services, now headed by an Assistant Inspector-General of Police. This upgrade, he noted, is part of broader reforms aimed at enhancing legal oversight and ensuring constitutionally grounded operations across the Force.

The IGP’s message was clear: the nation is watching, and the expectations are high. He urged the officers to uphold the highest standards of integrity and accountability, wearing both their uniforms and legal gowns with pride. Their dual roles, he said, position them uniquely to bridge the gap between law enforcement and justice dispensation, embodying the ideals of service, discipline, and legal fidelity.

This meeting not only celebrated individual achievement but also signaled a transformative shift in the Nigeria Police Force’s approach to justice. 

By investing in legal education and recognizing excellence, the IGP reaffirmed his commitment to building a more professional, rights-conscious, and justice-oriented institution.