Ag. IGP OLATUNJI DISU ASSUMES DUTY AS THE 23RD INDIGENOUS INSPECTOR-GENERAL OF POLICE

Abuja, Nigeria, 26th February, 2026

The Acting Inspector-General of Police, , psc, has formally assumed duty as the 23rd indigenous Inspector-General of Police of the Federal Republic of Nigeria. He takes over from (Rtd), PhD, NPM, who served meritoriously as the 22nd Indigenous Inspector-General of Police from 19th June 2023 to 24th February 2026.

Born on 13th April 1966, Ag. IGP Disu hails from Lagos Island Local Government Area of Lagos State. His assumption of office marks the beginning of a new chapter in the leadership of the Nigeria Police Force, bringing to bear over three decades of distinguished service, operational excellence, and strategic intelligence experience.

Academic and Professional Background
Ag. IGP Disu is highly accomplished academically, reflecting his deep commitment to professional development and leadership excellence. His educational qualifications include:
MSc Entrepreneurship, National Open University of Nigeria (2023)
MSc Criminology, Security and Legal Psychology, Lagos State University (2022)
Advanced Diploma in Forensic Investigation and Criminal Intelligence, University of Lagos (2019)
MSc Public Administration, Adekunle Ajasin University (2010)
Postgraduate Diploma in International Relations and Strategic Studies, Lagos State University (2000)
B.A. (Ed.) English, Lagos State University (1990)
He joined the Nigeria Police Force as a Cadet Assistant Superintendent of Police on 18th May, 1992. Since then, he has built a career defined by integrity, professionalism, and strategic leadership.

Distinguished Career and Key Postings
Until his appointment as Acting Inspector-General of Police, he served as Assistant Inspector-General of Police (AIG), Force Criminal Investigation Department (FCID) Annex, Alagbon, Lagos. Over the years, he has held numerous strategic and high-impact positions across the country, including:
Assistant Inspector-General of Police (AIG), Special Protection Unit (SPU), Force Headquarters, Abuja
Commissioner of Police, FCT Police Command
Commissioner of Police, Rivers State Police Command
Commissioner of Police, Administration and Intelligence, Force Intelligence Bureau (FIB)
Deputy Commissioner of Police and Head, Intelligence Response Team (IRT)
Commander, Rapid Response Squad (RRS), Lagos (2015 – 2021)
Assistant Commissioner of Police, Criminal Investigation Department, Rivers State
Officer in Charge, Anti-Kidnapping, Rivers State
Officer in Charge, Special Anti-Robbery Squad (SARS), Ondo and Oyo States (2011 – 2014)
Divisional Police Officer, Ondo State (2007 – 2013)
Officer in Charge, Training, Nigeria Police Peace-Keeping Department
Directing Staff, Nigerian Police Academy, Kano
Aide-de-Camp (ADC) to a former Governor of Lagos State
Officer in Charge, Anti-Fraud, State Criminal Investigation Department, Katsina (1993 – 1998)
His vast operational exposure spans intelligence, investigations, rapid response operations, public safety, training, and administrative leadership.

International Engagement and Professional Affiliations
Ag. IGP Disu also boasts significant international experience. In 2005, he successfully led the first-ever Nigerian Police contingent to the African Union Mission in Sudan (AMIS), where he played a key role in peacekeeping efforts to quell the crisis in Darfur, Sudan.
He is a respected member of several professional bodies, including:
International Academy of Forensics
National Association of Investigative Specialists (USA)
Nigerian Institute of Public Relations (NIPR)
Chartered Institute of Personnel Management (CIPM)
International Association of Chiefs of Police
A New Era of Leadership
With decades of operational expertise, intelligence-driven policing experience, and administrative acumen, Ag. IGP Olatunji Rilwan Disu assumes office at a critical time in Nigeria’s security landscape. His wealth of experience in crime prevention, investigation, and rapid response operations positions him to consolidate reforms, strengthen institutional capacity, and enhance public trust in the Nigeria Police Force.

As the 23rd indigenous Inspector-General of Police, his leadership is expected to build upon the foundations laid by his predecessor while charting a forward-looking path toward professionalism, accountability, and improved internal security nationwide.