The now Ex-IGP. Ibrahim Idris announced to Nigerians that he has stepped down as the foremost Policeman in the country.
He also talked about handing over to his successor and some of the current challenges facing the force.
“I want to inform Nigerians that today I am 60 years and I think I have reached the pinnacle of my career. So, I am going to handover to my successor. He is an officer I know very well. We worked together in the past. I wish him success,” he said.
“The advice I will give is that just like in our time, he should try to go round the country and adopt measures to ensure that the Nigerian police force gives maximum protection to lives and property.”
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When talking about the challenges of being the IGP, Idris mentioned that recruitment is the major problem and a huge headache to the law enforcement agency.
“Obviously. the challenges are in the area of recruitment. I am sure you are aware that the government has just given us approval to recruit more people yearly, by the grace of God by this year the number of police officers is going to increase considerably.”
Idris also added that even though he’s leaving, Nigerians should be rest assured that the elections will be free, fair and safe.
“We are adequately prepared for the elections. We have carried out a lot of elections in this country and I think you will agree with me that the Nigeria police force tried in these elections,” he said.
“I am assuring Nigerians that the Nigeria police force are going to do their best in this coming elections.”
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