IGP Olatunji Disu Visits Maiduguri, Meets Bomb Blast Victims, Urges Officers to Heighten Vigilance

IGP Olatunji Disu Visits Maiduguri, Meets Bomb Blast Victims, Urges Officers to Heighten Vigilance

The Inspector-General of Police, Olatunji Disu, on Tuesday paid a working visit to Borno State following a recent bomb explosion in Maiduguri that left several residents injured, assuring victims and residents of the Nigeria Police Force’s commitment to strengthening security in the state.

During the visit, the police chief met with victims of the blast currently receiving treatment and expressed deep sympathy over the tragic incident.

He was received by the Deputy Governor of Borno State, Usman Umar Kadafur, who congratulated him on his appointment and commended his swift response to the incident.

“For an incident that happened last night and for you to be on ground this morning is a sign of seriousness,” Kadafur said, describing the visit as a morale booster for residents of the state.

The deputy governor noted that the presence of the Inspector-General at such a critical moment demonstrates the Federal Government’s concern for the safety and well-being of the people of Borno. He also reaffirmed the state government’s commitment to continued collaboration with security agencies to sustain peace in the region.

Earlier, the Commissioner of Police in the state, Nazir Abdulmajeed, welcomed the IGP and commiserated with victims and residents over the unfortunate incident.

As part of his engagements, the IGP visited the University of Maiduguri Teaching Hospital where victims of the explosion are receiving treatment. He also inspected the Monday Market, the epicentre of the blast, to assess the level of destruction caused by the explosion.

The police chief also met with senior officers, including the Deputy Inspector-General of Police in charge of Operations and the Assistant Inspector-General of Police, Mobile Force, where he held strategic discussions aimed at strengthening security operations in the state.

Addressing officers and men of the Nigeria Police Force in Borno, the IGP urged them to heighten vigilance, strengthen intelligence gathering, and remain proactive in the discharge of their duties.

He assured residents of the Force’s unwavering commitment to safeguarding lives and property and urged members of the public to remain security conscious and cooperate with law enforcement agencies.

The IGP also assured officers of improved operational support, including the provision of necessary security gadgets and logistics to enhance their efficiency.

The visit forms part of ongoing efforts by security authorities to reinforce safety and stability across the North-East region of Nigeria.