In a move aimed at deepening ongoing reforms within the Nigeria Police Force, the Inspector-General of Police, IGP Olatunji Disu, has approved the posting of senior officers to key strategic positions across commands and departments.
The redeployment, which affects several Assistant Inspectors-General of Police (AIGs) and Commissioners of Police (CPs), is part of a broader effort to strengthen operational efficiency, enhance leadership capacity, and improve service delivery nationwide.
Announcing the development, the Force Public Relations Officer, DCP Anthony Placid, said the postings were carefully designed to reinforce the Force’s command structure and ensure optimal deployment of experienced officers.
“These postings are in line with the Inspector-General of Police’s vision to strengthen operational effectiveness and ensure that the right personnel are deployed to critical areas of policing,” Placid said.
“The exercise reflects a strategic approach to leadership placement, aimed at enhancing professionalism, improving coordination, and delivering better policing outcomes for the public.”
According to him, the redeployment covers key departments at the Force Headquarters, zonal commands, state commands, and specialized units.
“The postings cut across Commands, Formations, and Departments, ensuring that the Nigeria Police Force remains responsive, proactive, and better positioned to address emerging security challenges,” he stated.
Among the new postings, AIG Ado Emmanuel has been assigned to the Department of Research and Planning, while AIG Joseph Eribo moves to the Department of Armament. AIG Miller Dantawaye has been deployed to the Department of Operations, and AIG Henry Ifeanyi Uche to Training and Development.
Similarly, AIG Olanrewaju Peter Ogunlowo has been posted to Police Accounts and Budget, while AIG Dahiru Mohammed takes charge of Zone 15, Maiduguri. Other postings include AIG Dankombo F. Morris to Zone 4, Makurdi; AIG Bello Shehu to Zone 14, Katsina; and AIG Olohundare Moshood Jimoh to Zone 2, Lagos.
At the state command level, several Commissioners of Police have also been reassigned, with CP Olubode Ojajuni posted to Ogun State Command, CP Olugbenga Ayodeji Abimbola to Oyo State, CP Yemi John Oyeniyi to Delta State, and CP Olatunji Olaiwola Fatai to Lagos State Command.
Other notable postings include CP Muhammed Sanusi Ahmed to the Federal Capital Territory Command, CP Yakubu Useni Dankaro to Adamawa State, and CP Morkwap S. Dongshal to Taraba State.
The redeployment also affected specialized units and formations, including INTERPOL, the Force Criminal Investigation Department (FCID), Special Weapons and Tactics (SWAT), and the Special Protection Unit (SPU), among others.
“By repositioning senior officers across critical departments and operational units, the Force is strengthening its capacity for intelligence-led policing, rapid response, and effective crime prevention,” Placid explained.
“This is a deliberate effort to align our human resources with evolving security demands and ensure that policing remains efficient and citizen-focused.”
Placid further disclosed that the Inspector-General has charged all affected officers to justify the confidence reposed in them by demonstrating professionalism, discipline, and commitment to duty.
“The IGP has directed all officers to bring their wealth of experience to bear in their new assignments and to uphold the highest standards of integrity, accountability, and service,” he said.
“They are expected to key into the reform agenda of the present leadership, which is anchored on transparency, respect for human rights, and improved public trust.”
He reiterated that the Nigeria Police Force remains committed to ongoing reforms aimed at repositioning the institution for greater efficiency and public confidence.
“The Nigeria Police Force will continue to evolve in line with global best practices, ensuring that our operations are people-centered and responsive to the needs of all Nigerians,” Placid added.
The latest postings are seen as part of sustained efforts by the current police leadership to build a more professional, accountable, and service-driven Force capable of effectively addressing the country’s dynamic security challenges.
