Don’t congratulate me, it’s huge burden’ – Tunji Disu list what he’ll do as IGP
Newly appointed Inspector-General of Police, Tunji Disu, has said this is not the time for celebration but for serious work. Speaking after his decoration by President Bola Tinubu as the 23rd Indigenous IGP, Disu described the position as a heavy burden that demands immediate action. Disu, who replaces Kayode Egbetokun, pledged to modernize the Nigeria […]
New IGP Disu arrives Aso Villa for swearing-in
The newly appointed Inspector-General of Police, Tunji Disu, has arrived at Aso Rock Presidential Villa for his swearing-in ceremony. His appearance at the Villa officially marks the start of his leadership of the Nigeria Police Force. President Bola Tinubu announced Disu’s appointment on Tuesday, replacing former IGP Kayode Egbetokun. The change in leadership signals a […]
Presidency confirms Egbetokun’s resignation as IGP
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has approved the resignation of Inspector-General of Police, Kayode Egbetokun, who stepped down citing urgent family reasons. The President thanked Egbetokun for his decades of dedicated service to the nation and the Nigeria Police Force. Following the resignation, Assistant Inspector-General of Police Tunji Disu has been appointed Acting IGP with immediate […]
N100m paid into account of IGP’s son in error – Police
The Nigeria Police Force has explained that the N100 million found in the account of Victor, son of the outgoing Inspector-General of Police, Kayode Egbetokun, was paid in error. Force spokesperson Benjamin Hundeyin said the money was quickly returned after it was noticed. He stressed that neither Victor nor his father had any link to […]
Police disburse N20m to families of fallen officers in Borno
The Borno State Police Command has distributed ₦20.1 million to families of officers who died while serving the country. The payment was made under the Group Life Insurance Scheme during a presentation ceremony for nine beneficiaries. Officials said the support is meant to help the families handle welfare needs such as schooling, medical care, and […]
Lagos CP decorates newly promoted ASPs, charges officers to improve service delivery
The Commissioner of Police in Lagos, Olohundare Jimoh, has officially decorated newly promoted Assistant Superintendents of Police and urged them to step up their performance in serving the public. The ceremony, held at the command headquarters in Ikeja, highlighted the importance of professionalism, discipline, and dedication in policing. During his remarks, the commissioner described the […]
Lagos police command gets new PRO
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 […]
Insecurity: IGP Kayode Egbetokun visits Benue
On Monday, June 16, the Inspector General of Police, Kayode Egbetokun, traveled to Benue State to see the security problems there for himself. This visit came after many violent attacks happened recently, causing many people to lose their lives and forcing hundreds to leave their homes. The visit happened soon after a serious attack last […]
IGP launches School Protection Squad in Benue
The Nigerian Inspector-General of Police, Kayode Egbetokun, has set up a new unit called the School Protection Squad in Benue State. This is part of a wider Safe School Initiative launched in Makurdi to keep schools safer. At the event, Egbetokun was represented by Zacharia Achinyan, the Assistant Inspector-General of Police in charge of Zone […]
IGP Kayode Egbetokun requests ‘closed-door’ probe on missing firearms
The Inspector-General of Police (IGP), Kayode Egbetokun, has asked the Nigerian Senate to investigate the missing firearms behind closed doors. This request came after the Senate questioned the police over 3,907 missing firearms, as revealed in a 2019 audit report. The letter was read by Senate President Godswill Akpabio during the Senate session on Thursday, […]