Tinubu appoints Disu as acting Inspector-General of Police
President Bola Tinubu has decorated Tunji Disu as the acting Inspector-General of Police at the State House in Abuja. The ceremony was attended by top government officials, including the outgoing IGP Kayode Egbetokun. Disu’s appointment is expected to lead to the retirement of several senior officers. He remains in an acting capacity until confirmation by the Nigeria Police Council.
What we know
- Bola Tinubu decorated Tunji Disu as acting Inspector-General of Police at the State House, Abuja.
- The ceremony was attended by the National Security Adviser Nuhu Ribadu, Chief of Staff Femi Gbajabiamila, Secretary to the Government of the Federation George Akume, and outgoing IGP Kayode Egbetokun.
- The appointment of Disu may prompt the retirement of at least nine Deputy Inspectors-General of Police and could affect up to 20 senior officers.
- Disu joined the Nigeria Police Force in 1992 and has held various leadership roles, including Commissioner of Police in Rivers State and the Federal Capital Territory.
- He is known for his achievements as Commander of the Rapid Response Squad in Lagos and has received several awards for his service.
