President Bola Tinubu has accepted the resignation of the Inspector-General of Police, Kayode Egbetokun, and approved the appointment of Tunji Disu as Acting Inspector-General of Police with immediate effect.
Recall that Egbetokun submitted his resignation letter on Tuesday, citing pressing family considerations.
Egbetokun, who was appointed in June 2023, was in the midst of a four-year tenure set to end in June 2027, in accordance with the amended provisions of the Police Act.
In a statement released on Tuesday by his Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, the President acknowledged receipt of the letter earlier in the day and thanked him for his service to the country.
He also commended Egbetokun’s “decades of distinguished service to the Nigeria Police Force and the nation,” acknowledging his “dedication, professionalism, and steadfast commitment to strengthening internal security architecture during his tenure.”
“In view of the current security challenges confronting the nation, and acting in accordance with extant laws and legal guidance, President Tinubu has approved the appointment of Assistant Inspector-General of Police Tunji Disu to serve as Acting Inspector-General of Police with immediate effect.
“The President is confident that AIG Disu’s experience, operational depth, and demonstrated leadership capacity will provide steady and focused direction for the Nigeria Police Force during this critical period,” the statement read.
The statement further noted that in line with the provisions of the Police Act 2020, the President will soon summon a meeting of the Nigeria Police Council to formally review Disu’s appointment as substantive Inspector-General of Police, after which his nomination will be sent to the Senate for confirmation.
The President reiterated his administration’s resolve to boost national security, reinforce institutional capacity, and ensure the Nigeria Police Force remains professional, accountable, and fully prepared to carry out its constitutional duties.
