President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has appointed Tunji Disu as the new Inspector-General of Police, following a leadership change that saw the exit of Kayode Egbetokun.
The appointment was announced as part of efforts to reposition the Nigeria Police Force and strengthen internal security operations across the country. Disu, a senior police officer with years of operational and administrative experience, is expected to assume office immediately.
Prior to his elevation, Disu held key strategic roles within the force, earning recognition for his involvement in crime prevention initiatives, intelligence-led operations, and reform-oriented policing strategies. His appointment is seen by observers as a move aimed at injecting renewed energy into law enforcement leadership amid persistent security challenges.
The presidency emphasized the need for improved professionalism, discipline, and operational efficiency within the police force. It was noted that the new Inspector-General is expected to enhance community policing frameworks, deepen intelligence coordination, and address issues of accountability within the institution.
The leadership transition comes at a time when the country faces diverse security threats, including insurgency, banditry, kidnapping, and urban crime. Analysts suggest that Disu’s tenure will be closely watched, particularly regarding reforms in police welfare, training, technological modernization, and public trust rebuilding.
Stakeholders across political and civil society circles have expressed varied reactions, with many urging the new police chief to prioritize transparency, human rights compliance, and effective collaboration with other security agencies.
As Disu assumes leadership of the force, expectations remain high that strategic reforms and strengthened operational capacity will define the next phase of policing in Nigeria.