Nigeria celebrated its inaugural National Police Day

President Tinubu Commits to Enhancing Police Welfare and Modernization: On Monday, April 7, 2025, Nigeria celebrated its inaugural National Police Day with an impressive ceremony held at Eagle Square in Abuja, highlighting the crucial role of the Nigeria Police Force (NPF) in safeguarding national security and public safety. The historic event featured a magnificent parade showcasing officers from various tactical and operational units of the Force.

Highlights included demonstrations with Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD) robots, specialized response vehicles, air and land assets from the Special Intervention Squad, K9 units, and drill exhibitions by the Police Mobile Force (PMF), Special Protection Unit (SPU), and Counter Terrorism Unit (CTU), among others. In his keynote speech, Inspector-General of Police Kayode Adeolu Egbetokun, Ph.D., NPM, hailed the inaugural Police Day as a significant testament to the NPF's renewed commitment to professionalism, community collaboration, and service excellence. He expressed his heartfelt gratitude to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, GCFR, for establishing April 7 as National Police Day and affirmed the Force's dedication to reform, accountability, and building public trust.

Vice President Senator Kashim Shettima, GCON, who represented President Tinubu as the Special Guest of Honour, reiterated the administration's commitment to improving the welfare of police officers and investing in modern equipment and technologies to enhance the Force's operational capabilities. He praised the bravery, dedication, and sacrifices made by police personnel amid Nigeria's evolving security challenges. The ceremony attracted a distinguished audience, including members of the Federal Executive Council, State Governors, National Assembly representatives, Service Chiefs, retired Inspectors-General of Police, senior officers, industry leaders, and members of the Police Veterans Association.

The NPF expressed gratitude to all stakeholders whose contributions were instrumental in making this inaugural celebration a success. The event marks the start of an ongoing national initiative aimed at improving policing standards, strengthening community relations, and fostering a safer Nigeria for everyone.