EXCLUSIVE: Police, DSS Still Running VIP Errands and School Runs Despite Tinubu’s Withdrawal Order
Despite President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s directive ordering the withdrawal of police and DSS personnel from VIP security duties, fresh findings from Abuja and Lagos reveal that officers continue to perform private errands for influential individuals. Field observations show police and DSS operatives still escorting VIP families, handling school runs, and running personal errands, contradicting official claims by the Inspector General of Police that VIP protection has been scaled down.
Citizens and critics argue that enforcement remains largely symbolic, urging authorities to allow anonymous submission of photos and videos as proof of compliance. Investigators reported seeing officers deployed to several elite schools and residential areas, underscoring concerns that security institutions remain dedicated to VIP comfort rather than national security.
This comes after a confidential police memo ordered the arrest of any officer still offering private VIP protection. Tinubu’s directive requires VIPs to seek security support through the NSCDC as part of wider efforts to redeploy police manpower to critical security operations across the country.
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