Police Lost 140 Officers to Violent Attacks, Others in One Year in FCT, Disu Reveals
Linus Aleke in Abuja
The Nigeria Police Force has revealed that no fewer than 140 officers died from violent attacks, accidents, and other duty-related incidents within a one-year period in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), highlighting the enormous risks and sacrifices associated with policing in Nigeria.
Speaking during an interactive session with members of the Crime Correspondents Association of Nigeria (CCAN) in Abuja, Inspector General of Police (IGP) Olatunji Disu said policing in the country remains highly demanding, with many officers working far beyond regular hours to meet growing security challenges.
According to a statement by the Chairman of CCAN, the traditional shift system is no longer practical due to the realities of modern policing and the increasing security demands placed on officers.
