Nigeria's Inspector-General of Police, Olatunji Disu, called for responsible recording and circulation of police-related video content, cautioning against misuse that could undermine officer morale.
The Inspector-General of Police, Olatunji Disu, has directed all Commissioners of Police across Nigeria to immediately commence a comprehensive audit of arms and ammunition in their respective commands.
Popular Nigerian comedian Francis Agoda, known as I Go Dye, has urged the Inspector-General of Police, Tunji Disu, to prioritize justice, transparency, and public trust through urgent reforms in the country's policing system.
Nigeria's Inspector General of Police, Olatunji Disu, commended the Police Community Relations Committee (PCRC) as a vital partner for intelligence gathering and maintaining security at the grassroots level across the nation.
Nigeria's Inspector-General of Police, Tunji Disu, submitted a 75-page framework for state policing to the Deputy President of the Senate, marking a significant step in the country's constitutional and security evolution.
A civic group in Nigeria has publicly reaffirmed its confidence in Inspector General of Police Olatunji Disu and called for public support for ongoing police reforms aimed at enhancing trust and security.
Multi-layered levels of policing are ubiquitous in states organised as federations. At the minimum, state police gives Nigerians an opportunity to have law enforcement organisations that are embedded in communities and responsive to their needs. The establishment, earlier this month, of an eight-member committee by the Inspector General of Police, Olatunji Disu, to implement state […]
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The Inspector General of Police, Tunji Disu, visits Kwara State, vowing to reclaim communities from criminals and restore peace through intensified operati
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–Disu sworn-in as 23rd IGP, assures Nigerians on security, welfare –Egbetokun’s DIGs attend strategic session convened by Disu –Police monitoring Middle East tensions for local impact By Kingsley Omonobi, Clifford Ndujihe & Johnbosco Agbakwuru ABUJA — The push for state police gathered momentum yesterday as newly sworn-in Inspector-General of Police, Mr. Tunji Disu, inaugurated a high-powered committee to develop a framework for […]
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Mr Disu listed welfare of officers, restoration of security and internal preparation for state police as priorities.
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President Bola Tinubu has sworn in Disu as the 23rd Inspector General of Police (IGP) of Nigeria. The oath of office was administered at the Council Chamber of the Presidential Villa in Abuja, just before the Federal Executive Council (FEC) meeting.
Newly appointed Inspector General of Police Tunji Disu is seen as a symbol of hope for the Nigeria Police, with expectations that his leadership can end impunity and restore public trust in the force.
President Bola Tinubu will on Wednesday swear in the new Inspector-General of Police, IGP Tunji Disu.
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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.
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Rep. Oluwole Oke has congratulated Acting Inspector General of Police Tunji Disu, stating that his appointment brings renewed hope for a safer Nigeria through professionalism.
Taraba State Governor Agbu Kefas has congratulated Olatunji Disu on his appointment as acting Inspector General of Police, describing it as a strategic move to enhance Nigeria's security.
Nigeria’s new Inspector-General of Police, Olatunji Disu, faces mounting security challenges and high expectations for institutional reform and safety.
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Newly decorated acting Inspector General Tunji Disu has officially assumed duty at the Force Headquarters, taking over from Kayode Egbetokun who resigned.
The Acting Inspector-General of Police, Tunji Disu, has arrived at the Presidential Villa in Abuja for his official decoration by President Bola Tinubu.
Human rights lawyer and activist Deji Adeyanju has urged Nigeria's acting Inspector General of Police, Olatunji Disu, to prioritize and ensure respect for human rights and the withdrawal of police personnel.
Egbetokun was asked to resign at a meeting with the president at the Presidential Villa in Abuja on Monday, the source further said.
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Inspector General of Police Tunji Disu has declared an end to the era of impunity within the Nigeria Police Force, vowing to ensure accountability, eradicate misconduct, and implement reforms including transparent policing and an upgrade to the traffic warden unit.
Nigeria's Inspector-General of Police, Rilwan Olatunji Disu, announced a major reform within the police force, creating and deploying Violent Crime Response Units (VCRUs) nationwide to replace the Special Weapons and Tactics (SWAT) teams.
The Inspector-General of Police (IGP), Rilwan Olutunji Disu, has ordered immediate disciplinary action and criminal prosecution against Nigeria Police Force officers involved in a fatal shooting incident in Effurun, Delta State, which resulted in a civilian's death.
A personal account details the leadership approach of Inspector General of Police Olatunji Disu, emphasizing officer welfare, accountability, and a new direction for police reform in Nigeria.
The Inspector-General of Police (IGP) Olatunji Disu has deployed 14 units of specialised forces and 250 tactical personnel to reinforce the Benue Police Command, ensuring security for the Easter period.
A leading civic advocacy organization, Prayer and Support for the Nigerian Armed Forces and Other Security Agencies, has reaffirmed its confidence in Inspector-General of Police Olatunji Disu, expressing optimism over ongoing police reforms.
The Inspector-General of Police, Olatunji Disu, on Tuesday visited victims of the recent improvised explosive device (IED) explosions receiving treatment at the University of Maiduguri Teaching…
IG Olatunji Disu praises FCT journalists, calling for a stronger police-media partnership to improve public trust and security communication in Abuja.
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The Oluwo of Iwo congratulates the newly appointed Inspector General, Olatunji Disu, expressing confidence in his ability to reform and improve policing.
An analysis of political appointments in Nigeria, focusing on federal and preferential characters, with a specific mention of Rilwan Olatunji Disu's emergence as acting inspector-general of Police.
Nigeria's Inspector General of Police, Olatunji Disu, has vowed strict police neutrality for the 2027 elections, warning against partisanship or misconduct by officers.
An article discusses the challenges facing Tunji Disu in his new role as the acting Inspector General of Police in Nigeria, focusing on issues he must tackle and a new orientation for the force.
President Tinubu will swear in Olatunji Disu as the new Inspector-General of Police after the Nigeria Police Council unanimously endorsed his appointment.
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President Tinubu presides over the Nigeria Police Council meeting to formally confirm Olatunji Disu as the substantive Inspector-General of Police.
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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 National Association of Nigerian Students (NANS) calls on new IG Tunji Disu to implement youth-friendly policing reforms and end student harassment.
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The Nigerian community in Turkey has lauded the newly appointed Acting Inspector General of Police (IGP), Tunji Disu, as a reform-minded leader capable of transforming the police force.
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.
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Olatunji Disu has formally assumed office as the newly appointed Acting Inspector-General of Police in Nigeria, pledging comprehensive reforms focused on professionalism, accountability, and community partnership to rebuild public trust.
Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu has voiced his confidence that the newly appointed acting Inspector-General of Police (IGP) Olatunji Disu will meet Nigerians' expectations for a competent and accountable police force.
Tunji Disu has been appointed as Nigeria's Inspector General of Police, a controversial move given he is just 48 days away from his mandatory retirement.
Echono, representing TETFund, has pledged the organization's support for the expansion of the Nigeria Police Academy during a meeting with Inspector-General of Police Tunji Disu in Abuja.
Inspector General of Police Olatunji Disu has ordered the dismissal and prosecution of ASP Nuhu Usman in connection with a killing in Effurun. Disu also extended condolences to the family of the deceased, assuring a serious investigation into the case.
Police Inspector General Olatunji Disu has credited the Lagos State Security Trust Fund (LSSTF) for significantly enhancing policing efficiency in Lagos through consistent logistical and operational support.
Inspector-General of Police, IGP Olatunji Disu, received a delegation of Civil Society Organisations (CSOs) led by human rights lawyer Femi Falana SAN at the Force Headquarters in Abuja.
Inspector-General of Police, IGP Olatunji Disu, has undertaken an operational visit to Plateau State following a recent attack in Angwan Rukuba Community, Jos North, which resulted in tragic loss of life.
Inspector General of Police Olatunji Disu has decorated newly promoted senior officers, including AIGs and CPs, issuing a stern warning against corruption, indiscipline, and abuse of office. He emphasized zero tolerance and stated that officers would be held accountable for operational outcomes and the conduct of those under their command.
The newly appointed Inspector General of Police, Tunji Disu, faces significant challenges in Nigeria, including fragile public confidence in law enforcement and persistent national insecurity.
Inspector General of Police Tunji Disu is commended for his proactive leadership in restoring peace and safety across Nigeria, exemplified by his actions in Ilorin.
Amid growing scrutiny of police actions, pressure is mounting on the new Inspector-General of Police, Tunji Disu, to address concerns over the alleged abuse of Nigeria’s Cybercrimes.
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Nigeria's new police chief, Tunji Disu, is confronted with significant challenges including widespread insecurity and corruption, with expectations high for him to reform the force and restore public trust.
Inspector General of Police Tunji Disu has inaugurated an 8-member committee tasked with overseeing the implementation of state police, a key component of his new policing vision for Nigeria.
The Nigeria Police Force unveils the official portrait of acting Inspector-General of Police, Olatunji Disu, ahead of his swearing-in by President Tinubu.
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The council, under the leadership of President Bola Tinubu, confirmed the appointment at its Monday meeting.
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The Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, confirmed the confirmation after the Council’s meeting at the State House, Abuja, which lasted about 40 minutes.
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Dr. Joe Odumakin describes the appointment of new IG Tunji Disu as a fitting choice, praising his track record in crime-fighting and professionalism.
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In a statement issued on Wednesday and signed by its President, Musikilu Mojeed, and Legal Adviser, Tobi Soniyi, the group called on Mr Disu to ensure the safety of journalists and uphold their constitutional rights.
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The Alaafin has charged the acting Inspector General of Police, Disu, to prioritize rebuilding public trust, protecting citizens, upholding the rule of law, and implementing reforms for a more professional police force.
Ogun State Governor Dapo Abiodun praised former Inspector-General of Police Kayode Egbetokun and tasked the new acting IGP, Tunji Disu, with implementing intelligence-driven policing.
Olatunji Disu, the acting Inspector-General of Police, arrived at the Aso Rock Villa in Abuja to be officially decorated with his new rank by President Tinubu.
Ayodele Adewale, the Lagos State Organising Secretary of the All Progressives Congress (APC), has praised the appointment of Tunji Disu as the Acting Inspector-General of Police (IGP), calling it well-deserved.
President Bola Tinubu has accepted the resignation of Inspector-General of Police Kayode Egbetokun, who cited family considerations, and has named Tunji Disu as the acting Inspector-General.