The Inspector-General of Police, IGP Olatunji Rilwan Disu, has commended Abia State Governor, Dr. Alex Otti, for his administration’s continued support for the Nigeria Police Force, particularly the Abia State Command, while reaffirming the Force’s commitment to strengthening security and protecting lives and property across the state.
Disu gave the commendation on Saturday, November 14, 2026, when he paid a courtesy visit to Governor Otti at his office in Umuahia.
The police chief expressed appreciation for the assistance provided by the Abia State Government to officers and personnel of the Force, noting that both the Commissioner of Police and the Assistant Inspector-General of Police had briefed him on the governor’s contributions to police operations in the state.
“I want to thank you for all you have been doing for my officers. My Commissioner of Police has told me all you have been doing for us. The AIG too reiterated it. Thank you so much for it,” Disu stated.
He assured the governor that the Nigeria Police Force would continue to discharge its constitutional responsibilities with diligence and professionalism to ensure the safety of residents.
“I will give you my word that we will continue to do our best to ensure proper policing so that people of the state will be able to sleep with their two eyes closed,” the IGP pledged.
Explaining the purpose of his visit to Abia, Disu disclosed that he was in the state to attend the traditional marriage ceremony of his orderly, Victor Nnah Sunday, taking place at Amangwu, Abaki-Ndoki, in Ukwa East Local Government Area.
He said he considered it appropriate to pay a courtesy visit to Governor Otti before proceeding to the ceremony, in recognition of the governor’s role in coordinating security affairs in the state.
Responding, Governor Otti welcomed the Inspector-General and his delegation, commending the Nigeria Police Force for its professionalism and responsiveness to security challenges.
The governor acknowledged the role of the police in maintaining law and order, stressing that the protection of lives and property remained a fundamental responsibility of government and security agencies.
“Thank you for what you do for the country. Thank you for the professionalism of the Force and for making everyone realise that the safety and security of the people is paramount,” Otti said.
“We have had instances where we called upon you and you responded swiftly,” he added.
Governor Otti also commended the recent promotion of the former Commissioner of Police in Abia State to the rank of Assistant Inspector-General of Police, describing the officer’s service in the state as one characterised by professionalism, dedication and tact.
According to him, the officer demonstrated commendable leadership while serving in Abia, adding that although the state would have preferred to retain his services, his promotion represented a deserved advancement in his policing career.
“He demonstrated professionalism and tact in the discharge of his duties. If not that it is a promotion, we would have resisted it, but we believe it is good for him to move on,” the governor stated.
Otti expressed confidence that the newly promoted officer would continue to excel in his responsibilities while maintaining the professional relationships established during his service in Abia.
The governor also congratulated the IGP’s orderly, Victor Nnah Sunday, on his traditional marriage, recalling that he had previously met the officer during one of his visits to the police chief.
Beyond security matters, Otti praised Disu for what he described as his inclusive leadership style, particularly his willingness to work with officers from different ethnic and geographical backgrounds.
The governor noted that some of the IGP’s close aides were from Abia State, including Ohafia, describing the arrangement as an example of the unity and mutual trust Nigerians should promote.
“Sometimes, when we pay so much attention to locality, tribal sentiments and all those things, we forget that we are one and the same people created by God,” Otti said.
He encouraged Nigerians, particularly those occupying leadership positions, to place competence, professionalism and national interest above ethnic or regional considerations.
The visit was attended by senior police officers and top Abia State Government officials, including the Governor’s Chief of Staff, Pastor Caleb Ajagba; Commissioner for Information, Prince Okey Kanu; and Commissioner for Arts, Culture and Creative Economy, Dr. Matthew Ekwuribe.
Disu was accompanied by his wife and other senior officers of the Nigeria Police Force.
The courtesy visit also provided an opportunity for both leaders to reaffirm the importance of cooperation between the state government and security agencies in addressing crime and maintaining public safety.
The engagement comes as the Nigeria Police Force continues efforts to strengthen security operations nationwide ahead of the 2027 general elections.
