The Nigeria Police Force has suspended Assistant Inspector General of Police (AIG) Abduyari Shuaya’u Lafia from duty, effective Thursday, 9 January, 2025.
According to a wireless message addressed to all departments, units, and commands, signed by the Force Secretary, the Force Headquarters warned Lafia to adhere strictly to the rules and regulations governing the conduct of police officers on suspension. This warning comes as the Force Disciplinary Committee (FDC) prepares to determine Lafia’s case.
The police authorities cited the decision of the Police Service Commission (POLSCOM), which was communicated in its letter dated January 9, 2025. The letter referenced PSR 100406, 2021, as amended, and approved Lafia’s suspension from duty with effect from January 9, 2025.
Furthermore, the police authorities directed the Assistant Inspector General of Police Budget and Payment to ensure that Lafia’s salary is stopped immediately.
The communication dated January 10, 2025 with Ref: AP:41804/FS/FHQ/ABJ/VOL.IV/3 partly read: “Suspension and interdiction X AP.NΟ. 41804 ΑIG Abduyari Shuaya’u Lafia X the Police Service Commission (POLSCOM) in its letter No. PSC/CHR/IGP/VOL.5/018 dated 9th January 2025 X in accordance with PSR 100406, 2021 as amended x has approved the suspension of the above named officer from duty with effect from 9/01/2025 X warn the officer to adhere strictly to the rules and regulations governing the conduct of police officers on suspension accordingly x pending the determination of his case by the Force Disciplinary Committee (FDC) X AIGPOL BUDGET/PAYMECH all states only x ensure appropriate step is taken to stop his salary X treat as very important x please.”
Lafia assumed office as the AIG in charge of the Force Intelligence Bureau, Force Headquarters, Abuja, in February 2023. However, his tenure has been marred by controversy, including allegations that he manipulated his entry history to reflect a longer service period with the Nigeria Police Force.
