–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 […] The post Boost for state police as IGP sets up panel on fram...

Mr Disu listed welfare of officers, restoration of security and internal preparation for state police as priorities. The post Tinubu swears in Disu as Nigeria’s 23rd IGP appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

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. The post Tinubu to swear in IGP Disu on Wednesday appeared first on Vanguard News.

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.

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. Read More: https://punchng.com/new-ig-old-challenges-expectations-trail-disus-appointment/

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. The post IGP Egbetokun removed, to be replaced by Tunji Disu appear

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. Read More: https://punchng.com/tinubu-to-swear-in-disu-as-ig-wednesday/

President Tinubu presides over the Nigeria Police Council meeting to formally confirm Olatunji Disu as the substantive Inspector-General of Police. Read More: https://punchng.com/tinubu-presides-over-police-council-meeting-to-confirm-disu-as-ig/

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. Read More: https://punchng.com/nans-demands-youth-friendly-policing-from-new-ig-disu/

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. The post

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.

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. Read More: https://punchng.com/police-unveil-ig-disus-official-portrait-ahead-of-wednesday-swearing-in/

The council, under the leadership of President Bola Tinubu, confirmed the appointment at its Monday meeting. The post Nigeria Police Council confirms Tunji Disu as IGP appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

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. The post Police Council confirm IGP’s Olatunji Disu’s appointment appeared first on Vanguard News.

Dr. Joe Odumakin describes the appointment of new IG Tunji Disu as a fitting choice, praising his track record in crime-fighting and professionalism. Read More: https://punchng.com/odumakin-hails-ig-disus-appointment/

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. The post IPI Nigeria urges IGP Tunji Disu to prioritise press freedom appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

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.