President Bola Tinubu has approved the appointment of Assistant Inspector-General of Police Tunji Disu to serve as Acting Inspector-General of Police (IGP) with immediate effect.
The Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, announced this in a statement issued on Tuesday, February 24, 2026.
Onanuga disclosed that Tinubu accepted the resignation of the IGP, Kayode Egbetokun, following the submission of his letter citing pressing family considerations.
Onanuga said Tinubu received Egbetokun’s resignation earlier on Tuesday and expressed his profound appreciation for Egbetokun’s decades of distinguished service to the Nigeria Police Force and the nation.
He noted that the president acknowledged Egbetokun’s dedication, professionalism, and steadfast commitment to strengthening internal security architecture during his tenure.
The presidential spokesman said: “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.
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“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.”
Onanuga stated that Tinubu, in compliance with the provisions of the Police Act 2020, will convene a meeting of the Nigeria Police Council shortly to formally consider the appointment of AIG Disu as substantive IGP, after which his name will be transmitted to the Senate for confirmation.
He quoted the president as reiterating his administration’s unwavering commitment to enhancing national security, strengthening institutional capacity, and ensuring that the Nigeria Police Force remains professional, accountable, and fully equipped to discharge its constitutional responsibilities.
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