President Bola Ahmed Tinubu will on Wednesday swear in Olatunji Rilwan Disu as the new Inspector-General of Police following his unanimous endorsement by the Nigeria Police Council.
The decision was reached on Monday at a meeting of the Council held at the State House, Abuja, and presided over by the President. The swearing-in is scheduled to take place during the Federal Executive Council (FEC) meeting.
Disu’s elevation comes at a pivotal time for the Nigeria Police Force, as the administration signals a renewed push for professionalism, operational efficiency, and public trust in policing.
Vice President Kashim Shettima, governors, and the Chairman of the Police Service Commission, Hashimu Argungu, were among top officials present at the meeting, in line with constitutional requirements.
Also in attendance were the Secretary to the Government of the Federation, George Akume; National Security Adviser, Nuhu Ribadu; Chief of Staff to the President, Femi Gbajabiamila; Minister of Police Affairs, Ibrahim Gaidam; FCT Minister, Nyesom Wike; and Head of Service, Esther Didi Walson-Jack.
The appointment follows the resignation of former Inspector-General of Police, Kayode Egbetokun, prompting swift action by the presidency to ensure continuity in leadership.
Speaking after the Council’s endorsement, Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, described Disu as “a tested and results-driven officer whose tenure as Commander of the Rapid Response Squad in Lagos significantly strengthened crime control.”
“He has shown capacity under pressure and delivered measurable improvements in security operations,” Sanwo-Olu said.
Governor Abdullahi Sule of Nasarawa State noted that the appointment reflected confidence in merit and experience.
“This is a decision anchored on competence and a distinguished service record. The Council believes he has what it takes to reposition the Force,” Sule said.
FCT Minister Nyesom Wike, who previously worked with Disu in Rivers State and later in Abuja, commended his professionalism and strategic approach to crime fighting.
“He is disciplined, focused, and understands the operational demands of modern policing. His impact in the FCT was clear and measurable,” Wike stated.
Born on April 13, 1966, Disu joined the Nigeria Police Force in 1992 as a Cadet Assistant Superintendent of Police. Over the years, he served in key operational, investigative, and strategic roles nationwide, most recently as Assistant Inspector-General of Police in charge of the Special Protection Unit and the Force CID Annex, Lagos.
With the Council’s endorsement secured, attention now shifts to Wednesday’s swearing-in, where Disu will formally assume leadership of the Force amid heightened expectations for improved security nationwide.