{"id":4858,"date":"2026-02-24T16:59:22","date_gmt":"2026-02-24T16:59:22","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.securityfocus.ng\/?p=4858"},"modified":"2026-02-24T16:59:22","modified_gmt":"2026-02-24T16:59:22","slug":"tinubu-accepts-egbetokuns-resignation-names-disu-acting-igp","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.securityfocus.ng\/index.php\/2026\/02\/24\/tinubu-accepts-egbetokuns-resignation-names-disu-acting-igp\/","title":{"rendered":"Tinubu Accepts Egbetokun\u2019s Resignation, Names Disu Acting IGP"},"content":{"rendered":"\r\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">President Bola Tinubu on Tuesday accepted the abrupt resignation of Inspector-General of Police Kayode Egbetokun, citing family reasons, and swiftly appointed Assistant Inspector-General Tunji Disu as acting IGP amid Nigeria\u2019s escalating security challenges.<br \/><br \/>In a statement issued by Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, Egbetokun, appointed in June 2023 for a four-year term set to end in 2027 under the amended Police Act, submitted his resignation letter earlier today. The move ends his tenure after just over two years, during which he focused on bolstering the nation\u2019s internal security framework.<br \/><br \/>President Tinubu expressed deep gratitude for Egbetokun\u2019s contributions, stating he acknowledged \u201chis dedication, professionalism, and steadfast commitment to strengthening internal security architecture during his tenure.\u201d<br \/><br \/>To ensure continuity, Tinubu approved Disu\u2019s immediate elevation to acting IGP, praising his successor\u2019s credentials. \u201cThe President is confident that AIG Disu\u2019s experience, operational depth, and demonstrated leadership capacity will provide steady and focused direction for the Nigeria Police Force during this critical period,\u201d the release noted.<br \/><br \/>The President has pledged to convene the Nigeria Police Council soon for Disu\u2019s substantive confirmation, followed by Senate approval as required by the Police Act 2020.<br \/><br \/>Tinubu reaffirmed his administration\u2019s priorities, declaring its \u201cunwavering commitment to enhancing national security, strengthening institutional capacity, and ensuring that the Nigeria Police Force remains professional, accountable, and fully equipped to discharge its constitutional responsibilities.\u201d<\/p>\r\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>President Bola Tinubu on Tuesday accepted the abrupt resignation of Inspector-General of Police Kayode Egbetokun, citing family reasons, and swiftly appointed Assistant Inspector-General Tunji Disu as acting IGP amid Nigeria\u2019s escalating security challenges. 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