BREAKING: Disu is decorated by Tinubu as an acting IGP
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Tunji Disu was presented with his new position as the acting Inspector-General of Police at the State House in
Abuja by President Bola Tinubu.
The National Security Adviser, Nuhu Ribadu, the President's Chief of Staff, Femi Gbajabiamila, the Secretary to the Government of the Federation, George Akume, and the immediate past IG, Kayode Egbetokun, were all present at the ceremony, which was held at the President's office at 4 p.m.
His appointment was made 48 days prior to his planned retirement date of April 13, 2026, when he would have become 60 years old.
Disu may, however, hold office until 2030 under the modified Police Act, which permits Inspectors-General of Police to serve a four-year term regardless of age.
Tinubu praised the departing IGP Egbetokun for his contribution to the country and put the new insignia on Disu's uniform.
The event takes place just twenty-four hours after Egbetokun sent the president his letter of resignation on Tuesday, stating that he needed to give his full attention to family matters.
Tinubu accepted Egbetokun's retirement, thanked him for his service, and announced Disu's appointment in a statement released on Tuesday by his Special Advisor on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga.
Onanuga had said, "The IGP resigned in a letter today, citing family issues which require his undivided attention."
However, our correspondent was informed by many Presidency sources that Egbetokun was requested to resign during a meeting with the President at the Presidential Villa on Monday night.
The event takes place just twenty-four hours after Egbetokun sent the president his letter of resignation on Tuesday, stating that he needed to give his full attention to family matters.
Tinubu accepted Egbetokun's retirement, thanked him for his service, and announced Disu's appointment in a statement released on Tuesday by his Special Advisor on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga.
Onanuga had said, "The IGP resigned in a letter today, citing family issues which require his undivided attention."
However, our correspondent was informed by many Presidency sources that Egbetokun was requested to resign during a meeting with the President at the Presidential Villa on Monday night.
"He was asked to leave that meeting," a high-ranking official who wished to remain anonymous said.
About 6:40 p.m. on Monday, as governors were arriving for an ecumenical break of fast with the president, our correspondent noticed Egbetokun's official car, a Toyota Land Cruiser with license plate NPF-01, parked in the Presidential Villa's forecourt.
According to the Constitution, Disu continues to serve in an acting capacity until the Nigeria Police Council confirms him.
About 6:40 p.m. on Monday, as governors were arriving for an ecumenical break of fast with the president, our correspondent noticed Egbetokun's official car, a Toyota Land Cruiser with license plate NPF-01, parked in the Presidential Villa's forecourt.
According to the Constitution, Disu continues to serve in an acting capacity until the Nigeria Police Council confirms him.
According to Onanuga, "President Tinubu will call a meeting of the Nigeria Police Council soon to formally consider the appointment of AIG Disu as substantive Inspector-General of Police, following which his name will be transmitted to the Senate for confirmation in accordance with the provisions of the Police Act 2020."
At least nine Deputy Inspectors-General of Police will resign as a result of Disu's appointment, following the custom that senior officials step down when a junior colleague is appointed IGP.
The new appointment may have an impact on eight DIGs now working at Force Headquarters, including DIG Adebola Hamzat (Logistics and Supply), DIG Mohammed Gumel (Force Intelligence Department), DIG Adebowale Williams (ICT), and former Force spokesman DIG Frank Mba.
At least nine Deputy Inspectors-General of Police will resign as a result of Disu's appointment, following the custom that senior officials step down when a junior colleague is appointed IGP.
The new appointment may have an impact on eight DIGs now working at Force Headquarters, including DIG Adebola Hamzat (Logistics and Supply), DIG Mohammed Gumel (Force Intelligence Department), DIG Adebowale Williams (ICT), and former Force spokesman DIG Frank Mba.
According to a source in the Police Service Commission, the latest development may result in the departure of 15 to 20 senior officers who work for Disu.
Disu's seniors may be required to turn in their resignation letters based on current practice. Some people may want to remain behind and honor their juniors.
The truth is that some of the DIGs have coworkers who are still ACPs. Someone like DIG Frank Mba, even though the cadets he joined the force with are still DCPs and the like.
There aren't many AIGs who are senior to him, other from the nine DIGs. 15 to 20 people may quit.
Disu's seniors may be required to turn in their resignation letters based on current practice. Some people may want to remain behind and honor their juniors.
The truth is that some of the DIGs have coworkers who are still ACPs. Someone like DIG Frank Mba, even though the cadets he joined the force with are still DCPs and the like.
There aren't many AIGs who are senior to him, other from the nine DIGs. 15 to 20 people may quit.
In a ceremony that will include a ceremonial transfer and a parade of senior officers, the new IGP is anticipated to formally take office on Wednesday at the Louis Edet House, Force Headquarters, Abuja.
Disu was born on Lagos Island, Lagos State, on April 13, 1966. He joined the Nigeria Police Force on May 18, 1992, and has been with the force for more than thirty years, serving in a variety of operational and leadership capacities.
Disu has two master's degrees: one in public administration from Adekunle Ajasin University in Ondo State and another in criminology, security, and legal psychology from Lagos State University. She graduated from Lagos State University with a degree in English education.
Disu was born on Lagos Island, Lagos State, on April 13, 1966. He joined the Nigeria Police Force on May 18, 1992, and has been with the force for more than thirty years, serving in a variety of operational and leadership capacities.
Disu has two master's degrees: one in public administration from Adekunle Ajasin University in Ondo State and another in criminology, security, and legal psychology from Lagos State University. She graduated from Lagos State University with a degree in English education.
Small arms smuggling training in Botswana, Internet fraud training at the University of Cambridge, United Kingdom, Strategic Leadership Command course at the Police Staff College, Jos, and Forensic Investigations and Criminal Intelligence course at the University of Lagos are just a few of the professional training programs he has taken both inside and outside of Nigeria.
As the six-year commander of the Rapid Response Squad in Lagos State, where he renamed RRS officers "The Good Guys," Disu gained national recognition.
He was named the Most Outstanding Anti-Crime Police Chief in West and Central Africa in 2019 after the squad he led received the Best Anti-Crime Squad award in West Africa in 2016.
As the six-year commander of the Rapid Response Squad in Lagos State, where he renamed RRS officers "The Good Guys," Disu gained national recognition.
He was named the Most Outstanding Anti-Crime Police Chief in West and Central Africa in 2019 after the squad he led received the Best Anti-Crime Squad award in West Africa in 2016.
He succeeded suspended Abba Kyari as the chief of the Intelligence Response Team on August 2, 2021.
Investigating high-profile crimes and organizing intelligence operations nationwide are the responsibilities of the IRT, a specialized force.
In Rivers State and the Federal Capital Territory, Abuja, Disu has held the position of Commissioner of Police.
He was the Assistant Inspector-General of Police in command of the Force Criminal Investigation Department Annex in Alagbon, Lagos, prior to being promoted to IGP.
Along with serving as Egbetokun's principal staff officer, he has held a number of operational posts, including Divisional Police Officer in Rivers State's Elimgbu and Elelenwo, Ago Iwoye (Ogun State), Ikare (Ondo State), and Owo (Ondo State).
Investigating high-profile crimes and organizing intelligence operations nationwide are the responsibilities of the IRT, a specialized force.
In Rivers State and the Federal Capital Territory, Abuja, Disu has held the position of Commissioner of Police.
He was the Assistant Inspector-General of Police in command of the Force Criminal Investigation Department Annex in Alagbon, Lagos, prior to being promoted to IGP.
Along with serving as Egbetokun's principal staff officer, he has held a number of operational posts, including Divisional Police Officer in Rivers State's Elimgbu and Elelenwo, Ago Iwoye (Ogun State), Ikare (Ondo State), and Owo (Ondo State).
Disu served as interim Chief of Staff in Darfur in 2005 while leading Nigeria's first police force to the African Union Mission in Sudan.
Disu is a third-dan black belt judoka outside of law enforcement.
In 2022, he competed in the under-100 kg veteran division at the 33rd U.S. Open Judo Championship and earned a silver medal.
In addition, he is the current patron of the Nigerian Police Judo Association and has won gold medals at the Nigerian Police Games and National Sports Festival.
Disu is a third-dan black belt judoka outside of law enforcement.
In 2022, he competed in the under-100 kg veteran division at the 33rd U.S. Open Judo Championship and earned a silver medal.
In addition, he is the current patron of the Nigerian Police Judo Association and has won gold medals at the Nigerian Police Games and National Sports Festival.
Disu, the head of the Rapid Response Squad in Lagos at the time, received popular praise for his actions during the 2020 #EndSARS rallies against police brutality when he reportedly released the unit's ambulances to help demonstrators in need of medical attention.
He is a member of the Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development, the Nigerian Institute of Public Relations, and the International Association of Chiefs of Police.
He is a member of the Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development, the Nigerian Institute of Public Relations, and the International Association of Chiefs of Police.
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