In a major policy shift, the Nigeria Police Force has ordered the immediate withdrawal of all police personnel attached to Very Important Persons (VIPs) across the country, directing them to return to their various bases with effect from Monday, 24 November 2025.
The directive, contained in a leaked internal memo from SPU Base 16, Lagos, signed by ASP Neji Veronica (Admin Officer) acting for the Commanding Officer, states that the order is a direct sequel to the recent directive of the President and Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces on the withdrawal of police aides from VIPs and politically exposed persons..Read original/full details