Inspector General of Police, Olatunji Ridwan Disu. Photo: New Telegraph
The Inspector-General of Police, Olatunji Disu, has directed officers and men of the Nigeria Police Force to desist from unauthorised social media activities, including content creation and live streaming, that could undermine the integrity, professionalism and public image of the Force.
The directive follows concerns over the increasing involvement of serving officers in video production, live broadcasts and other online content creation activities while in uniform or in circumstances that identify them as personnel of the Nigeria Police Force without official approval.
According to a statement issued on Tuesday by the Force Public Relations Officer, Anietie Okokon Iniedu, the IGP stressed that while social media remains a “vital tool for communication and public engagement,” its use by officers must strictly comply with extant laws, regulations and the Nigeria Police Force Social Media Policy.
The statement warned that officers are prohibited from creating or sharing unauthorised content in uniform, commenting publicly on official police matters, disclosing sensitive operational information, or using their position for personal promotion, entertainment or commercial gain.
