
Former IGP's Handover Signals Concerns for Police Force Transition
An article discusses the recent leadership transition at the Nigeria Police Force, raising concerns about the signal sent by the former Inspector General of Police's handover.
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An article discusses the recent leadership transition at the Nigeria Police Force, raising concerns about the signal sent by the former Inspector General of Police's handover.

The Olatunji Disu has reassured Nigerians that the Nigeria Police Force remains committed to protecting lives and maintaining peace amid rising tensions in the Middle East. The post Police reassures Nigerians amid Middle-East tensions, warns against incitement appeared first on Vanguard News.

The Police Service Commission (PSC) says no fewer than 121,596 applicants were screened out from the 161,873 applications received in the ongoing recruitment process of constables into the Nigeria Police Force. The post Police recruitment: PSC screens out 121,596 applicants appeared first on Vanguard News.

The Nigeria Police Force unveils the official portrait of acting Inspector-General of Police, Olatunji Disu, ahead of his swearing-in by President Tinubu. Read More: https://punchng.com/police-unveil-ig-disus-official-portrait-ahead-of-wednesday-swearing-in/

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has approved a major shake-up in the leadership of the Nigeria Police Force, following the resignation of Inspector-General of Police Kayode Egbetokun. The development, announced by the Presidency on February 24, 2026, has seen Assistant Inspector-General Tunji Disu appointed as Acting Inspector-General, in what officials describe as a move to reset the force after months of controversy.

The Police Service Commission (PSC) announced that physical and credential screening for 50,000 police constable applicants will commence nationwide on March 9, 2026, in collaboration with the Nigeria Police Force Headquarters.

The ICPC said its officials were accompanied by personnel of the Nigeria Police Force and that the exercise was witnessed by El-Rufai’s wife, Hadiza El-Rufai, and his son, Mohammed El-Rufai. The post ICPC lists seized items in El-Rufai raid appeared first on Vanguard News.

The newly appointed Acting Inspector-General of Police (I-G), Mr Olatunji Disu, has said his leadership in the Nigeria Police Force would be visible, accountable and worthy of being followed. The post