Police chief limits tactical teams to improve supervision
The Inspector General of Police, Olatunji Disu, has ordered a reduction in the number of tactical teams across police commands nationwide. This move aims to enhance supervision and address public complaints about the conduct of these teams. The directive sets a cap on the number of tactical teams allowed at various command levels. Police spokesperson Anthony Placid clarified that the decision does not affect state government-created security outfits.
What we know
- Olatunji Disu directed that zonal and state commands have no more than five tactical teams, while area commands and divisions are limited to three.
- The reduction can be achieved by merging or disbanding teams, as decided by heads of formations.
- State government-created outfits like Lagos Rapid Response Squad and Oyo Special Response Squad are not affected by this directive.
- The move aims to free up personnel for police stations and divisions that have experienced manpower shortages.
- The decision is intended to strengthen supervision, improve accountability, and reduce complaints against tactical teams.
