Tinubu to hold police council meeting for Disu’s confirmation
President Bola Tinubu is set to convene a meeting of the Nigeria Police Council to formally consider the appointment of Olatunji Disu as the substantive Inspector-General of Police. The council, chaired by the President, includes all 36 state governors and other key officials. Disu, who has been serving in an acting capacity since his appointment, may become the 23rd indigenous Inspector General of Police if confirmed by the Senate. The process follows the requirements of the Police Act 2020.
What we know
- Bola Tinubu will convene a Nigeria Police Council meeting to consider Olatunji Disu’s appointment as Inspector-General of Police.
- The meeting is required by the Police Act 2020 before the President can send the nominee’s name to the Senate for confirmation.
- Disu has been acting as Inspector-General since his appointment following the resignation of Kayode Egbetokun.
- The Police Council includes the President, all 36 state governors, the Chairman of the Police Service Commission, and the Inspector General of Police.
- Disu joined the Nigeria Police Force on May 18, 1992, and holds degrees from Lagos State University.
