The Inspector-General of Police, IGP Olatunji Rilwan Disu, has approved the appointment of CSP Anietie Okokon Edem Iniedu as the new Force Public Relations Officer (FPRO) of the Nigeria Police Force.
The appointment was announced in a statement signed by the outgoing Force Public Relations Officer, DCP Anthony Okon Placid, and made available to the National Association of Online Security News Publishers (NAOSNP).
According to the statement, CSP Iniedu brings a wealth of experience in public communication, operational policing, intelligence management, institutional accountability, and administration.
A native of Etinan Local Government Area of Akwa Ibom State, CSP Iniedu holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Pure Chemistry from the University of Uyo. He has also undergone several professional trainings in investigative interviewing, crime scene management, human rights-based policing, strategic communication, and intelligence analysis.
Before his elevation, he served as Head of the Complaint Response Unit (CRU) at the Force Headquarters in Abuja, where he coordinated public complaint management and spearheaded initiatives aimed at enhancing transparency, accountability, and public confidence in the Nigeria Police Force.
He previously served as Public Relations Officer of the Police College of Information Technology, Kobape, Ogun State, among other operational and administrative assignments across the country.
Throughout his career, CSP Iniedu has occupied several strategic positions, including Operations Officer, Maisandari Division in Yobe State Command; Area Crime Officer, Umuahia Area Command in Abia State; Staff Officer at the IGP Secretariat, Force Headquarters; Second-in-Command of the 50 Police Mobile Force Squadron, Kubwa; and Officer-in-Charge of the Force Headquarters Situation Room, where he supervised the coordination and dissemination of crime and security information nationwide.
The Inspector-General of Police expressed confidence in the new spokesperson’s ability to lead the Force Public Relations Department, noting that his extensive experience and professional background would strengthen the Force’s strategic communication efforts and deepen public engagement in support of ongoing policing reforms and operational achievements.
Members of the public and media stakeholders can reach the new Force Public Relations Officer via telephone on 08128526154 or through his X (formerly Twitter) handle, @cspiniedu.