President Bola Tinubu has replaced Kayode Egbetokun as Inspector General of Police, appointing Tunji Disu as his successor.
Senior police sources confirmed that Egbetokun was directed to prepare his handover notes following a meeting at the Presidential Villa.
The leadership transition is expected to take immediate effect with Disu assuming office as the new Inspector General.
Disu currently serves as Assistant Inspector General of Police in charge of the Force Criminal Investigation Department (FCID) Annex in Alagbon, Lagos.
Egbetokun’s tenure as IGP was marked by intense public scrutiny and debate, particularly regarding the extension of his stay in office beyond the statutory retirement age and years-of-service threshold.
Critics had questioned the legality of the extension, arguing that it raised concerns about adherence to institutional rules and governance standards.
During his time in office, the police leadership also faced controversies involving allegations of preferential promotions and financial impropriety. While these allegations generated public discussion and media attention, they were strongly contested, with legal actions initiated against certain individuals and platforms that published related reports.
Observers noted that Egbetokun’s leadership style and response to criticism drew mixed reactions from civil society groups, media stakeholders and members of the legal community. Several court proceedings during his tenure centered on disputes between the police leadership and activists or journalists.
The appointment of Disu signals a new phase for the Nigeria Police Force at a time when the institution faces ongoing security challenges and calls for reform.
Analysts say the transition presents an opportunity for renewed focus on institutional discipline, operational effectiveness and public trust.
The Presidency has not issued an extensive public statement detailing the reasons for the change in leadership.
However, the development underscores the President’s constitutional authority over appointments within the nation’s security architecture.
Market and governance observers will be watching closely to assess the impact of the leadership change on internal police reforms, public accountability measures and broader security management strategies.
With Disu set to take over command, attention will shift to his policy direction and priorities as Nigeria navigates evolving security and institutional challenges.
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