IGP deploys DIGs to 6 zones, launches cross-state ‘handshake patrols’

Sunnewsonline | 11-06-2026 04:48pm |

The Inspector-General of Police, Olatunji Disu, has sanctioned the assignment of Deputy Inspectors-General of Police (DIGs) to specific geopolitical zones across the country. In addition, he has instructed all Commissioners of Police to initiate coordinated inter-state patrols, referred to as "Handshake Patrols," in collaboration with neighboring states. This initiative aims to address and mitigate jurisdictional gaps that criminals may exploit, enhancing overall security and law enforcement effectiveness. The deployment and patrols are part of a broader strategy to strengthen police presence and coordination in various regions.

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