The Acting Inspector–General of Police (IGP) Kayode Egbetokun on Monday affirmed the decision on withdrawal of Police Mobile Force (PMF) officers from Very Important Personalities (VIPs).Egbetokun said there is no going back on the policy. Reacting to recent news circulating regarding the possible reversal of the PMF reform policy, a statement issued by the Force Public Relations Officer, CSP Olumuyiwa Adejobi said: “The Force wishes to clarify that the decision to withdraw the PMF personnel from escort and guard duties stands firm, and there will be no going back on this critical policy change. “The withdrawal process has already commenced with a comprehensive report, which has been submitted by the constituted committee assigned to oversee the seamless implementation of this directive; and the IGP has activated the mobilization process for the establishment of the Police Quick Intervention Squad which precedes the withdrawal policy. The decision to withdraw Police Mobile Force…
The Acting Inspector–General of Police Kayode Egbetokun on Monday affirmed the decision on withdrawal of Police Mobile Force officers from Very Important Personalities .
“While poised to ensure a smooth transition, the Nigeria Police Force is committed to providing adequate security arrangements for VIPs who are entitled to such protection. Meanwhile, the Force will carefully consider the provisions of Sections 23 to 25 of the Police Act 2020, in recruiting more supernumerary officers, to handle VIP security responsibilities. No VIP or critical infrastructure will be left unprotected as a result of the new policy”.
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