Former Commissioner of Police in Niger State, Diseye Desire Nsirim, has died after a brief illness. According to the Niger State Police Command, Nsirim passed away on Monday, September 21, 2026, in a hospital. The police command confirmed her death and paid tribute to her contributions to policing in the state. Nsirim was a trailblazer, having served as the first and only female Commissioner of Police in Niger State.
Nsirim hailed from Kolokuma/Opokuma Local Government Area of Bayelsa State and served as the 27th Commissioner of Police in Niger State between 2012 and 2014. During her tenure, she made significant contributions to crime prevention, public safety, and the maintenance of law and order in the state. Her achievements as Commissioner of Police are still remembered and celebrated by the police command and the people of Niger State.
The Niger State Police Command listed some of Nsirim's notable achievements as Commissioner of Police, including the dismantling of the Darul-Salam group in Mokwa and the busting of another terrorist group in Minna. These operations showcased her commitment to national security and her ability to lead the police force in the state to achieve remarkable results.
The current Commissioner of Police in Niger State, Adamu Abdullahi Elleman, commiserated with Nsirim's family, relatives, colleagues, and associates. In a statement issued on Tuesday, Elleman described Nsirim's contributions to policing in Niger State and national security as significant. He prayed for strength and fortitude for the family to bear the loss of their loved one.
Nsirim's death has sent shockwaves through the police force and the people of Niger State, who are mourning the loss of a trailblazing officer. Her legacy as a pioneering female Commissioner of Police in Niger State will continue to inspire future generations of police officers and women in leadership positions.
The police command and the people of Niger State will miss Nsirim's leadership and commitment to public safety. Her contributions to the development of policing in the state will not be forgotten. The command will continue to build on the foundation she laid to ensure the safety and security of the people of Niger State.
The Niger State Police Command will continue to honor Nsirim's memory by striving to achieve her vision for a safer and more secure state. Her dedication to duty and her pioneering spirit will continue to inspire the police force to work towards a better future for all Nigerians.
Key points
- Former Commissioner of Police in Niger State, Diseye Desire Nsirim, has died after a brief illness.
- Nsirim was the first and only female Commissioner of Police to have served in Niger State.
- Nsirim's contributions to policing in Niger State and national security have been described as significant.
