The Inspector-General of Police IGP Kayode Egbetokun, has again approved the distribution of new kits and uniforms to Nigerian Police Force (NPF) personnel in other ranks, reaffirming his commitment to improving officers’ welfare and boosting their morale.
The IGP’s approval is contained in a statement issued on Saturday by the Force spokesman, ACP Olumuyiwa Adejobi.
ACP Adejobi said the initiative supports his vision to enhance improved working conditions and professionalism within the force.
The IGP expressed optimism that, with the approval of the 2025 budget, more welfare-focused projects will be implemented to further support officers to carry out their duties effectively.
“The Inspector-General of Police IGP Kayode Adeolu Egbetokun Ph.D., NPM.,has again approved the distribution of new kits and uniforms to NPF personnel in other ranks, reaffirming his commitment to improving officers’ welfare and boosting their morale. This initiative supports his vision to enhance improved working conditions and professionalism within the force.
“The IGP expressed optimism that, with the approval of the 2025 budget, more welfare-focused projects will be implemented to further support officers to carry out their duties effectively.
“The Nigeria Police Force remains dedicated to maintaining a well-equipped and motivated workforce for the safety and security of all Nigerians,” the statement read
Earlier, Egbetokun dismissed allegations that the Nigeria Police Force (NPF) submitted conflicting budget documents to the National Assembly during his defense of the 2025 budget.
In a statement issued on Friday through Muyiwa Adejobi, the force spokesperson, Egbetokun clarified that the incident at the joint committee hearing on police affairs was “unnecessary and avoidable.”
He explained that the confusion arose from a misunderstanding over two versions of the budget presentation—comprehensive and abridged—both of which had been provided to committee members before the session.
“At the start of the session, the committee members unanimously agreed that I should present the abridged version since they all had access to both documents,” Egbetokun stated.
However, he noted that Senator Onyekachi Nwebonyi of Ebonyi North arrived late to the session and began referencing the comprehensive version while the abridged version was being presented.
Despite explanations from other committee members about the agreement and the consistency between both versions, the senator insisted on his position and abruptly left the session.
Egbetokun firmly refuted claims of any inconsistencies in the budget documents. “There is no discrepancy between the comprehensive and abridged versions. Both are identical in content, with the abridged version serving as a summary for ease of presentation,” he said.
He emphasized the importance of focusing on the critical security needs of the nation rather than being sidetracked by avoidable disputes. “This session was about charting a path forward for the security of Nigerians, and I urge all stakeholders to prioritize this shared goal,” the IGP added.
