President Bola Tinubu and the 23rd IGP, Olatunji Disu during the swearing in ceremony in Abuja
President Bola Tinubu has formally sworn in Olatunji Disu as the new substantive Inspector-General of Police (IGP), marking a new leadership chapter for the Nigeria Police Force.
Disu took the oath of office on Wednesday shortly before the commencement of the Federal Executive Council (FEC) meeting at the Presidential Villa in Abuja.
The appointment of Disu comes on the heels of the resignation of his predecessor, Kayode Egbetokun, who stepped down last week.
With his swearing-in, Disu becomes the 23rd Inspector-General of Police, assuming responsibility at a time when the nation continues to grapple with diverse security challenges.
Profile of the New IGP
The 59-year-old police chief hails from Lagos State and is widely regarded as a seasoned officer with extensive operational experience. Over the years, he has held several strategic positions within the force.
Notably, Disu led the first Nigerian Police contingent to the African Union peacekeeping mission in Sudan in 2005. He also commanded the Rapid Response Squad (RRS) in Lagos, where he earned recognition for his proactive approach to tackling crime and improving emergency response.
During the decoration ceremony, President Tinubu expressed strong confidence in Disu’s capacity to reposition and strengthen the police force.
The President stated that he expects the new IGP to lead a revitalised and more professional force capable of enhancing peace, public safety and national stability.
Disu Pledges Commitment to National Security
In his remarks, Disu pledged to rise to the challenge of his new mandate. He assured Nigerians that he would prioritise personnel motivation, professionalism and strategic policing to effectively secure lives and property across the country.
The new police chief emphasised his readiness to work collaboratively with relevant stakeholders in delivering on the administration’s security objectives.
In addition to the swearing-in of the IGP, President Tinubu also inaugurated six commissioners of the Revenue Mobilisation Allocation and Fiscal Commission, as well as two members of the Federal Civil Service Commission.
The appointments underscore the administration’s ongoing efforts to strengthen key national institutions.
