BREAKING: President Tinubu Appoints Disu New Inspector-General of Police

P President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has approved the removal of Inspector-General of Police, Kayode Egbetokun, and appointed Assistant Inspector-General of Police, Olatunji Rilwan Disu, as the new head of the Nigeria Police Force.

Until his elevation, AIG Disu led the Force Criminal Investigation Department (FCID) Annex in Ikoyi, Lagos. A senior police source told reporters, “Disu brings extensive experience spanning operations, intelligence, investigations, and strategic command. He is expected to provide strong leadership and restore public confidence in the Force.”

Disu, a native of Lagos State, has over three decades of policing experience. He holds a Bachelor’s degree in English Education from Lagos State University, Master’s degrees in Public Administration, Criminology, Security, and Legal Psychology, and an Advanced Diploma in Forensic Investigation.

Since joining the Nigeria Police Force in 1992, Disu has held critical roles, including Commander of the Rapid Response Squad in Lagos, Head of the Intelligence Response Team, Commissioner of Police in Rivers State and the Federal Capital Territory, and Assistant Inspector-General of Police in charge of the Special Protection Unit. His leadership of the Rapid Response Squad from 2015 to 2021 was widely recognized for improving urban crime control and operational efficiency.

Commenting on his appointment, another official said, “AIG Disu’s track record demonstrates competence and professionalism. Nigerians expect his leadership to strengthen security operations and enhance public trust in the police.”

The appointment marks a key transition in the Force, with expectations for enhanced effectiveness, operational discipline, and community-oriented policing under the new IGP.