NDDC recommends psychiatric tests for police officers as IGP Egbetokun orders 50% crime reduction
Psychiatric assessments have been recommended for the rank and file of the Nigerian police as the inspector general of police, Kayode Egbetokun, directed all commands to implement a comprehensive plan to reduce crime rates by 50 per cent in 2025.
He gave the directive on Monday at the fifth edition of the Annual Conference and Retreat for Senior Police Officers in Abeokuta.
Over 1,000 senior police officers are attending the three-day conference from February 24 to 26.
Mr Egbetokun noted that the theme aligns with President Bola Tinubu’s security vision and reinforces the commitment to tackling insecurity.
“The theme highlights the President’s plan to build a professionally competent, intelligence-driven police force capable of addressing emerging threats proactively,” he said.
According to him, intensified operations and cooperation with the military and other security agencies yield significant results in the fight against organised crime.
The chairman of the Niger Delta Development Commission, Chiedu Ebie, urged the federal government to conduct periodic evaluations and vetting of police officers.
“A regular and comprehensive health check, including psychiatric assessments, must not be overlooked,” he said.
He also commended the police for their efforts to improve security in the country.
“However, Nigerians do not always appreciate the police force enough.
“As it stands, only 370,000 officers are responsible for the security of over 230 million people,” he stated.
He promised that the commission would support the police in all capacities.
(NAN)
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