The Inspector General of Police, Kayode Egbetokun, has officially named Superintendent of Police (SP) Abimbola Adebisi as the new Police Public Relations Officer (PPRO) for the Lagos State Command.
According to a statement, SP Adebisi comes into the role with solid academic achievements, strong professional background, and valuable operational experience. This is expected to help her effectively manage the communication between the police and the public in Lagos.
Her educational background includes a Bachelor’s degree in English Language and Literature from Tai Solarin University of Education, Ogun State. She also holds a Postgraduate Diploma in Peace Studies and Conflict Resolution, as well as a Master’s degree in English Language from the National Open University of Nigeria.
Her professional development includes a Certificate in Child Protection from the Kofi Annan International Peacekeeping Training Centre, Accra, Ghana, alongside certifications in Human Rights, Human Psychology, and Conflict Management. She has equally attended the Advanced Detective Course at the Police Staff College, Jos.
SP Adebisi is an Associate of the Nigerian Institute of Public Relations (NIPR), and a member of notable professional bodies including the International Public Relations Association (IPRA), the International Association of Women Police (IAWP), and the International Association of Chiefs of Police (IACP).
Her past postings include serving as Staff Officer to the Deputy Inspector-General of Police, Operations, and as Personal Assistant to the Commissioner of Police, Special Protection Unit (SPU). Until her present assumption of office, she was the Police Public Relations Liaison Officer at the SPU, Force Headquarters, Abuja.” the statement in part reads
The statement also noted that members of the media and the general public who need official information can reach her on 09055390070 or by email at abimbola.adebisi001@gmail.com.
SP Adebisi takes on this new responsibility at a time when public trust and effective communication remain very important for the Lagos State Police Command.
