By Daniel Tyokua
The Inspector General of Police, Olatunji Disu has lauded the secretary of the Federal Capital Territory Administration (FCTA) Command and Control Centre, Dr. Peter Olumuji for his commitment to advancing security architecture across the nation’s capital.
He made the statement during the celebration of Olumuji’s PhD, acquired in security and strategic studies, from Nasarawa State University, Keffi, recently.
Disu, and other stakeholders at the event alao advocated for the professionalization of Nigeria’s security apparatus through academic excellence and technological innovation.
The IGP who was the chairman of the occasion, described the celebrant, fondly called “Dr. Sharp-Sharp”—as a paragon of honesty and professional persistence.
Recounting their time working together during his tenure as FCT Commissioner of Police, Disu admitted that he initially viewed the nickname with skepticism.
According to him: ”I thought it had to do with something shady.But I found out that he is someone who ensures that the job is done.
“Whenever there is a task, he stays on your neck to ensure it is completed. I learned from him: start a job, put a plan to it, and follow it to the last.”
DIsu emphasized that academic certification is crucial for modern security personnel, urging officers to get certified for the specialized roles they perform.
On his part, Adamu Gwary, the Director of the FCTA Security Services Department, linked Olumuji’s achievement to the broader “security revolution” led by the Minister of the FCT, Mr. Nyesom Wike.
Gwary noted that the department is increasingly populated by Doctors of Philosophy, which he believes will inject “philosophical urgency” into tackling urban security challenges.
”This presupposes that security matters will be handled with innovative responsiveness.
“With the current security situation, this intellectual capacity ensures we have the organization needed to provide top-tier administration for the FCT,” Gwary stated.
However, the Vice Chancellor of Bingham University, Karu in Nasarawa state, Professor Haruna Kuje Ayuba, who supervised Olumuji during his time at Nasarawa State University, praised the celebrant’s dedication to genuine learning.
”While some students want to get a degree by any means, Dr. Olumuji was ready to learn. We didn’t just work together; we published research together,” Ayuba noted.
He added that the expansion of Security and Strategic Studies programs is vital for the nation, arguing that training experts at this level is now essential to “nip security challenges in the bud” as they scale across the country.
Similarly, Dr. Stephen Okore of the Nigerian Army University, Biu, a long-time academic colleague, described Olumuji as a “gentleman leader” who served as their class governor throughout their Master’s and PhD programs, citing his loyalty and honesty as defining leadership traits.
Responding, Dr. Olumuji highlighted that his doctoral research underscores a critical shift needed in Nigeria’s security strategy: the transition from heavy reliance on physical personnel to the integration of advanced technology.
Olumuji said: “One thing we are going to do is look at modern ways of tackling insecurity, especially in urban areas.
“By introducing more technology, we reduce the reliance on manpower. This is more effective and, crucially, saves the lives of our gallant men and women in the military and law enforcement who face risks in the field.”Olumuji said.
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