The Acting Inspector-General of Police, Olukayode Egbetokun, has directed the deployment of 35 Commissioners of Police in various state commands and formations across the country.
The directive followed the approval of his recommendation by the Police Service Commission.
Egbetokun tasked the newly posted CPs to key into policing vision, prioritise communal and citizens’ safety and ensure effective maintenance of law and order.
This is according to a statement issued by the Force Public Relations Officer, Olumuyiwa Adejobi, on Tuesday.
The statement read, “The acting Inspector-General of Police, Olukayode Egbetokun, following the approval of his recommendation by the Police Service Commission, has ordered the deployment of 35 commissioners of police to various state commands and formations across the country.
“He assures that the postings are in line with the commitment of the police leadership to ensuring effective policing, security, and the maintenance of law and order in Nigeria.
“Amongst the newly posted commissioners of police are CP Adelesi E. Oluwarotimi to Kwara State Command; CP Adebola Ayinde Hamzat to Oyo State Command; CP Augustina N. 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 Mustapha to Ogun State Command.”
While urging them to serve as exemplary leaders, fostering harmonious relationships with other security agencies, community leaders, and relevant stakeholders, the police boss 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.
