President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has accepted the resignation of the Inspector General of Police, Mr Kayode Egbetokun, and approved the appointment of Assistant Inspector General of Police Tunji Disu as Acting Inspector General of Police with immediate effect.
The development was disclosed in a State House press release issued on Tuesday by the President’s Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Mr Bayo Onanuga.
According to the statement, Egbetokun submitted his resignation letter earlier in the day, citing pressing family considerations.
The President expressed profound appreciation for what he described as decades of distinguished service by the outgoing police chief to the Nigeria Police Force and the nation at large.
Tinubu commended Egbetokun’s dedication, professionalism, and commitment to strengthening the country’s internal security architecture during his tenure.
Appointed in June 2023, Egbetokun was serving a four year term expected to conclude in June 2027, in line with the amended provisions of the Police Act.
In view of prevailing security challenges across the country, the President approved the appointment of AIG Tunji Disu in acting capacity, in accordance with extant laws and legal guidance.
The President expressed confidence that Disu’s experience, operational depth, and leadership capacity would provide steady direction for the Nigeria Police Force at a critical time.
The statement added that in compliance with the Police Act 2020, Tinubu would convene a meeting of the Nigeria Police Council to formally consider Disu’s appointment as substantive Inspector General of Police.
His name will thereafter be transmitted to the Senate for confirmation.
Tinubu reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to enhancing national security, strengthening institutional capacity, and ensuring that the Nigeria Police Force remains professional, accountable, and fully equipped to discharge its constitutional responsibilities.
