Inspector-General of Police Olatunji Disu has unveiled a comprehensive plan to upgrade and secure accreditation for 42 police colleges across Nigeria, marking a major step towards reforming police education.

Disu disclosed this during a high-level strategic meeting held at the Federal Ministry of Education in Abuja. The meeting was convened by the Minister of Education, Maruf Alausa, alongside the Minister of State for Education, Dr Suwaiba Ahmad.

According to a statement issued by the Force Public Relations Officer, Anthony Placid, the initiative underscores a renewed commitment to strengthening institutional standards within the Nigeria Police Force.

“The development is a major move towards reforming police education,” the statement said, noting that the presence of former IGP Kayode Egbetokun and other key stakeholders reflected the national importance of the reforms.

Key discussions at the meeting focused on infrastructure development and collaboration with the Tertiary Education Trust Fund to support the construction of modern facilities. Stakeholders also outlined plans to work closely with the National Universities Commission to ensure thorough resource verification in line with accreditation requirements.

A timeline was also set for the Ogun State campus to become fully operational by the 2026 academic session.

Disu reiterated the force’s commitment to professional excellence, stressing that upgrading police colleges is critical to building a modern and service-oriented policing system.

He added that integrating academic rigour with tactical training would equip officers with the skills needed to address evolving security challenges while upholding integrity.

The statement was issued by the Nigeria Police Force.