IGP Orders Restructuring, Sanitization of Kebbi SCID
Emphasizes Specialization of Investigative Units, Adherence to Rule of Law
The Inspector-General of Police (IGP), Kayode Adeolu Egbetokun, Ph.D., NPM, has directed the immediate restructuring and sanitization of the Kebbi State Criminal Investigation Department (SCID). This decision, announced on November 28, 2024, aims to enhance professionalism and efficiency within the Nigeria Police Force (NPF) and aligns with the IGP's vision of establishing specialized investigative units nationwide.
In a move designed to inject expertise and ensure modern policing standards, all officers currently serving in the Kebbi SCID will be reassigned to other commands, formations, and training schools. The restructuring process will adhere to the Administration of Criminal Justice Act, 2015, the Police Act, 2020, and other relevant laws.
The IGP emphasized the importance of consistent training for officers involved in investigations, following a recent workshop held for heads of investigative units in Abuja on November 11, 2024. He stressed that the reforms are part of a broader initiative to standardize investigative processes, improve public trust, and ensure efficient delivery of justice.
The Kebbi SCID overhaul is the first in a series of reforms planned for investigative units across the country. Further actions will be based on recommendations from technical committees overseeing these reforms.
The Nigeria Police Force reiterated its commitment to transparency, accountability, and safeguarding lives and property. According to the Force Public Relations Officer, ACP Olumuyiwa Adejobi, the restructuring will bolster efforts to combat crime and enhance public security.
These reforms underscore the IGP's resolve to uphold the rule of law and modernize the police force, ensuring justice is served effectively while strengthening the trust between law enforcement and the public.
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