The Inspector-General of Police, IGP Kayode Adeolu Egbetokun, has ordered the immediate deployment of 38 Commissioners of Police (CPs) to various State Commands and Police Formations across the country.
This move, as stated in a statement issued out by the Force Public Relations Officer, Force Headquarters, Abuja, Olumuyiwa Adejobi, is part of a strategic effort to enhance security and improve policing through intelligence-driven strategies.
The deployment includes nine CPs assigned to key state commands, while 29 others have been posted to different police formations.
Among those appointed to State Commands are CP Ibrahim Balarabe Maikaba (Zamfara), CP Bretet Emmanuel Simon (Taraba), CP Christopher Ado Emmanuel (Yobe), CP Olusegun Eyitayo Omosayin (Cross River), CP Adamu Abdullahi Elleman (Niger), CP Sani Omolori Aliyu (Bauchi), CP Bello Shehu (Katsina), CP Saka Adewale Ajao (Federal Capital Territory), and CP Ojo Adekimi (Kwara).
According to the IGP, the decision is aimed at reinforcing law enforcement efforts in response to rising security challenges.
The newly posted CPs are expected to implement proactive policing strategies tailored to their respective jurisdictions, ensuring a more effective and community-focused approach to security.
IGP Egbetokun emphasized the importance of intelligence-led policing and urged the newly appointed officers to prioritize tackling crime and misconduct while fostering public trust. He reiterated the commitment of the Nigeria Police Force to maintaining peace and security across the country.
The new postings, according to the IGP underscore the Police leadership’s dedication to strengthening the force’s capacity to address security threats and uphold law and order nationwide.