In a significant move aimed at bolstering national security, the Inspector-General of Police, IGP Kayode Adeolu Egbetokun, has ordered the immediate posting of 38 Commissioners of Police to various State Commands and Police Formations across the country ¹. This strategic deployment comprises 9 CPs to key state commands and an additional 29 CPs to various police formations.
The newly deployed Commissioners of Police to state commands include:
– _CP Ibrahim Balarabe Maikaba_ to Zamfara State
– _CP Bretet Emmanuel Simon_ to Taraba State
– _CP Christopher Ado Emmanuel_ to Yobe State
– _CP Olusegun Eyitayo Omosayin_ to Cross-River State
– _CP Adamu Abdullahi Elleman_ to Niger State
– _CP Sani Omolori Aliyu_ to Bauchi State
– _CP Bello Shehu_ to Katsina State
– _CP Saka Adewale Ajao_ as Commissioner of Police, Federal Capital Territory (FCT)
– _CP Ojo Adekimi_ to Kwara State
In addition to these state command appointments, 29 CPs have been posted to various police formations to address rising security challenges and ensure effective policing that is responsive to community needs ¹. Each CP will implement tailored strategies that reflect the unique requirements of their respective formations.
The IGP has charged the newly deployed CPs to prioritize their responsibilities in curbing insecurity and misconduct, reinforcing the commitment of the Nigeria Police Force to uphold law and order through robust intelligence-led policing ¹. This deployment reflects the dedication of the new Police leadership to ensure that the Nigeria Police Force is well-equipped to address the challenges of maintaining peace and security in the country.