The Inspector-General of Police, acting IGP Olatunji Disu on 26th February, 2026 assumed duty as the 23rd indigenous Inspector-General of Police of the Federal Republic of Nigeria.
The development was communicated by the Force Public Relations Officer, ACP Benjamin Hundeyin, at the Force Headquarters, Abuja, on Wednesday.
According to him, Disu formally took over the leadership of the Nigeria Police Force at a critical time for internal security and ongoing reforms.
Disu succeeds Kayode Adeolu Egbetokun, who served as the 22nd indigenous Inspector-General of Police from June 19, 2023 to February 24, 2026.
The Force expressed appreciation for Egbetokun’s “invaluable contributions to the growth, modernisation, and strengthening of the Force.”
The development marks a new chapter for the Nigeria Police Force as Disu steps into office with decades of operational and administrative experience.
Career journey of Olatunji Disu
Born on April 13, 1966, Olatunji Disu hails from Lagos Island Local Government Area of Lagos State.
Before emerging as the 23rd indigenous Inspector-General of Police, he built an extensive academic and professional profile.
His educational qualifications include MSc Entrepreneurship from the National Open University of Nigeria (2023); MSc Criminology, Security and Legal Psychology from Lagos State University (2022); Advanced Diploma in Forensic Investigation and Criminal Intelligence from the University of Lagos (2019); MSc Public Administration from Adekunle Ajasin University (2010); Postgraduate Diploma in International Relations and Strategic Studies from Lagos State University (2000); and B.A. English (Education) from Lagos State University (1990).
Olatunji Disu joined the Nigeria Police Force as a Cadet Assistant Superintendent of Police on May 18, 1992. Over the years, he has served in various strategic capacities, including: Assistant Inspector-General of Police, AIG, Force Criminal Investigation Department (FCID) Annex, Alagbon, Lagos
AIG, Special Protection Unit (SPU), Force Headquarters, Abuja
Commissioner of Police, FCT Police Command
Commissioner of Police, Rivers State Police Command
Commissioner of Police, Admin and Intelligence, Force Intelligence Bureau
Deputy Commissioner of Police, Head, Intelligence Response Team
Commander, Rapid Response Squad (RRS), Lagos (2015–2021)
Officer in Charge, Anti-Kidnapping, Rivers State
Officer in Charge, Special Anti-Robbery Squad, Ondo and Oyo States
His leadership trajectory underscores his preparedness to function effectively as the 23rd indigenous Inspector-General of Police.
International exposure and professional affiliations
Beyond national assignments, Olatunji Disu successfully led the first-ever Nigerian Police contingent to the African Union Mission in Sudan (AMIS) in 2005 to quell the crisis in Darfur.
He is a member of several professional bodies, including the International Academy of Forensics; National Association of Investigative Specialists (USA); Nigerian Institute of Public Relations; Chartered Institute of Personnel Management; and the International Association of Chiefs of Police.
In sports, he once served as National Chairman of the Nigeria Police Judo Association and earned his third black belt in Judo. He also won a silver medal at the 2022 US Open Judo Championships.
These experiences further reinforce the confidence reposed in Olatunji Disu as the 23rd indigenous Inspector-General of Police.
Commitment to reform and public safety
In his assumption of duty, Olatunji Disu reassured officers, stakeholders, and the general public of his commitment to consolidating existing reforms within the Nigeria Police Force. He pledged to enhance internal security, strengthen community partnerships, and advance the Force’s mandate of protecting lives and property in line with global best practices.
The Nigeria Police Force also solicited continued public support and cooperation as the new leadership works to deepen professionalism, discipline, and service delivery.
As Olatunji Disu settles into office as the 23rd indigenous Inspector-General of Police, expectations remain high that his wealth of experience and reform-driven assurances will shape a new era for the Nigeria Police Force and strengthen public confidence in policing nationwide.
