A police wireless message dated May 13, 2026, and obtained by SaharaReporters, directed all Assistant Inspectors-General of Police in Zones 1-17 and Commissioners of Police across the country to urgently submit names and details of qualified personnel interested in joining the elite unit.
The Nigeria Police Force has commenced a fresh recruitment drive into its specialised Drone Section under the Police Airwing, targeting officers with experience in drone operations, engineering and computer-related disciplines.
A police wireless message dated May 13, 2026, and obtained by SaharaReporters, directed all Assistant Inspectors-General of Police in Zones 1-17 and Commissioners of Police across the country to urgently submit names and details of qualified personnel interested in joining the elite unit.
The internal communication, referenced CB:4001/DOPS/FHQ/ABJ/VOL., originated from the Department of Operations, Force Headquarters, Abuja.
According to the signal, officers being considered for recruitment must possess knowledge of drone operations, have undergone drone training, or currently operate drones within their commands.
