Newly appointed Commissioner of Police in Lagos State, CP Tijani Fatai, has vowed that the command will maintain zero tolerance for police brutality as he officially assumed duty as the 42nd Commissioner of Police in the state.
Fatai took over leadership of the Lagos State Police Command on Thursday from CP Olohundare Jimoh, who served as the 41st Commissioner of Police between February 18, 2025, and March 26, 2026.
Speaking during his inaugural address, the new police chief stressed that discipline, professionalism, and integrity would remain non-negotiable among officers and men of the command.
He warned that any personnel found engaging in brutality or other forms of misconduct would face appropriate sanctions in accordance with existing laws and police regulations.
“The Command maintains zero tolerance for police brutality and all forms of unprofessional conduct. Any personnel found wanting will be dealt with in accordance with extant laws and regulations,” he said.
Fatai described his appointment as both an honour and a call to greater responsibility in safeguarding the lives and property of millions of residents in Nigeria’s commercial capital.
He expressed appreciation to the Inspector-General of Police, IGP Olatunji Disu, for the confidence reposed in him to lead the Lagos command, while also acknowledging the contributions of his predecessor in maintaining law and order in the state.
The commissioner noted that Lagos, being Nigeria’s economic hub and one of the fastest-growing megacities in sub-Saharan Africa, presents complex security challenges that require proactive and innovative policing strategies.
According to him, the Lagos State Police Command will adopt intelligence-led, technology-driven, and community-based policing strategies to address crime and ensure that criminal elements have no safe haven in the state.
He emphasized that community engagement would remain a central pillar of policing operations, noting that stronger cooperation between residents and the police is essential for maintaining peace and security.
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Fatai also highlighted the importance of collaboration with the media, describing journalists as key partners in ensuring timely and accurate information dissemination on security matters.
The new police boss further pledged to strengthen cooperation with other security agencies including the military, the Department of State Services, the National Intelligence Agency, and the Nigeria Immigration Service in order to improve intelligence sharing and coordinated operations.
He assured officers and personnel of the command that their welfare, training, and motivation would receive adequate attention, noting that a motivated police force is critical to effective service delivery.
Outlining his operational priorities, Fatai said the command would focus on reducing crime across Lagos, tackling cultism and violent crimes, strengthening visibility policing, ensuring discipline on the roads, and restoring peace in identified black spots across the state.
He also encouraged members of the public to report complaints or cases of rights violations through the Police Complaint Response Unit via dedicated phone lines or through the Public Relations Office.
The commissioner urged residents of Lagos to remain vigilant and cooperative, stressing that security remains a collective responsibility between citizens and security agencies.
Fatai assured the government and people of Lagos State that under his leadership, the police command would remain committed, responsive, and accountable in protecting lives and property while upholding the rule of law.
