President Bola Tinubu warns Nigeria’s police against allowing political interests to influence its conduct ahead of the 2027 general elections. He tells officers to uphold professionalism and impartiality while carrying out their duties.
Tinubu issues the warning during the 2026 conference and retreat for senior police officers. Nigerian outlets report that the message is delivered with reference to election-related policing, emphasizing that law enforcement should not serve partisan objectives.
Several reports add that Tinubu also threatens personnel found acting unprofessionally. One outlet states he says officers could be sacked if they engage in conduct that falls short of expected professional standards. Across the coverage, the central focus is the president’s call for neutrality and discipline within the police as the 2027 polls approach, with the enforcement dimension—possible removal from service—highlighted in some accounts.
