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Sanwo-Olu Commends Tunji Disu's Appointment as Acting IGP

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The Governor of Lagos State, Mr. Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has praised the appointment of Mr. Olatunji Disu as the acting Inspector-General of Police by President Bola Tinubu. Mr Tunji Disu, Acting Inspector General of Police of the Nigeria Police Force. Governor Sanwo-Olu congratulated Disu on his elevation to the position of acting Inspector General of Police, stating that it is well deserved considering his high level professionalism, competence and contribution to the Nigerian Police for over three decades. According to statement issued on Wednesday by Gboyega Akosile - Special Adviser on Media and Publicity to Sanwo-Olu, described Disu's appointment as an honour to Lagos State. The Governor expressed confidence that Disu will excel in his new position because he has the competence, capacity and track record of good leadership as a seasoned professional and administrator who has distinguished himself in several positions in the past. He said: “I congratulate Mr. Olatunji Disu...

Tinubu Appoints Tunji Disu Acting IGP as Police Leadership Changes

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President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has appointed Tunji Disu as Acting Inspector-General of Police, following the resignation of Kayode Egbetokun. New Acting Inspector General of Police, Mr Tunji Disu. The appointment, which takes immediate effect, comes at a critical time as the Federal Government continues efforts to strengthen internal security and reposition the Nigeria Police Force for greater efficiency and public accountability. According to a statement by President Tinubu's Special Adviser on Information and Strategy via the X-platform, Mr Bayo Onanuga disclosed that Egbetokun stepped down after submitting a resignation letter citing pressing family considerations, bringing an end to a tenure that began in June 2023 and was originally scheduled to run until 2027 under the amended Police Act. In announcing the development, the Presidency said the decision to appoint Disu was taken in accordance with extant laws and legal guidance, noting that the President is confident i...