The Inspector-General of Police (IGP), Kayode Egbetokun, has approved the distribution of new kits and uniforms to personnel of the Nigerian Police Force (NPF) in other ranks. This move underscores his commitment to enhancing officer’s welfare and boosting morale across the force.
The announcement was made on Saturday in a statement by the Force spokesperson, ACP Olumuyiwa Adejobi.
According to the statement, the initiative aligns with the IGP’s vision to promote better working conditions and professionalism within the police force.
Expressing optimism about upcoming developments, the IGP noted that the implementation of the 2025 budget will facilitate additional welfare-focused projects, enabling officers to perform their duties more effectively.
“The Inspector-General of Police, IGP Kayode Adeolu Egbetokun Ph.D., NPM., has approved the distribution of new kits and uniforms to NPF personnel in other ranks, reaffirming his commitment to improving officers’ welfare and boosting their morale,” the statement read.
“The initiative supports his vision to enhance improved working conditions and professionalism within the force. The IGP expressed optimism that, with the approval of the 2025 budget, more welfare-focused projects will be implemented to further support officers in their duties effectively. The Nigeria Police Force remains dedicated to maintaining a well-equipped and motivated workforce for the safety and security of all Nigerians,” it added.
On another note, IGP Egbetokun addressed allegations of conflicting budget documents being submitted to the National Assembly during his 2025 budget defense. He explained that the issue arose from confusion between two versions of the budget presentation; a comprehensive version and an abridged version, both of which were provided to committee members ahead of the session.
“At the start of the session, the committee members unanimously agreed that I should present the abridged version since they all had access to both documents,” Egbetokun stated.
However, the situation escalated when Senator Onyekachi Nwebonyi of Ebonyi North, who arrived late, began referencing the comprehensive version during the presentation of the abridged version.
Despite clarifications from other committee members that both versions were identical in content and that the abridged version was only a summary for ease of discussion, the senator insisted on his stance and left the session abruptly.
Refuting claims of any inconsistencies, Egbetokun asserted, “There is no discrepancy between the comprehensive and abridged versions. Both are identical in content, with the abridged version serving as a summary for ease of presentation.”
The IGP emphasized the importance of focusing on the nation’s critical security challenges rather than being distracted by avoidable disputes. “This session was about charting a path forward for the security of Nigerians, and I urge all stakeholders to prioritize this shared goal,” he concluded.
