Acting inspector-general of police, Ag. IGP Olukayode Egbetokun has ordered the reployment of 35 commissioners of police to various state commands and formations across the country.
This followed the approval of his recommendation by the Police Service Commission.
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Amongst the newly posted commissioners of police are CP Adelesi Oluwarotimi to Kwara State Command; CP Adebola Ayinde Hamzat, to Oyo State Command; CP Augustina Ogbodo to Ebonyi State Command; CP Samuel Titus Musa to Kebbi State Command; CP Aderemi Olufemi Adeoye to Anambra State Command; CP Auwal Musa to Bauchi State Command; and CP Alamatu Abiodun Mustapha to Ogun State Command.
Others are CP Margaret Ochalla to Police Special Fraud Unit Annex Lagos; CP Banji Ogunrinde to head the Explosive Ordinance Unit; CP Rhoda Olofu to Ports Authority Police Western, Lagos; CP Kareem Musa to Interpol Annex Lagos; CP Audu Dabigi to Border Patrol Force; CP Abibo Reuben, to Police Mobile Force; CP Adekunle Ismaila Olusokan to Welfare FHQ Abuja; CP Omolara Ibidun Oloruntola to Special Fraud Unit FCID Abuja; and CP Abaniwonda Olufemi to Deputy Force Secretary amongst others.
Force spokesperson, CSP Olumuyiwa Adejobi said the IGP charged the appointed commissioners of police to key into his policies, vision and mission for the Nigeria Police Force while mandating them to prioritise the safety and well-being of the citizens they serve, ensuring adherence to the principles of fairness, professionalism and respect for human rights.
While urging them to serve as exemplary leaders, fostering harmonious relationships with other security agencies, community leaders and relevant stakeholders, the inspector-general of police tasked them to promote intelligence-led policing, proactive crime prevention strategies, and community engagement initiatives that will enhance public trust and confidence in the Nigeria Police Force.
The IGP also assured that the postings are in line with the commitment of the police leadership toward ensuring effective policing, security and the maintenance of law and order in Nigeria.