The acting Inspector General of Police (IGP), Olukayode Egbetokun, has ordered the withdrawal of the Police Mobile Force, PMF on VIP escort and guard duties.
Egbetokun gave the directive in Abuja during a conference with police tactical commanders on Monday.
Speaking at the conference, the IGP explained that the force will conduct an assessment of all the duties of the mobile police to ensure effective utilisation.
According to him, a special committee headed by the Deputy Inspector-General of Police has been created to evaluate strategies and ensure enforcement.
“Specifically, we shall effect the withdrawal of PMF personnel from VIP escort and guard duties. While the protection of dignitaries remains paramount, it is imperative that we realign our priorities to address the escalating security challenges faced by the nation as a whole.
“By relieving the PMF of VIP escort and guard duties, we can redirect their focus and efforts toward addressing critical security concerns that affect our communities at large”, Egbetokun said.
He said the committee is expected to send in its report in two weeks, adding that further details of the policy would be made available in the coming weeks and months.
Egbetokun further noted that officers of the Special Protection Unit (SPU) will replace the PMF officers in areas that are necessary.