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Tinubu decorates Disu as Acting IGP at State House Abuja.
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Disu replaces Egbetokun after sudden resignation.
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Acting IGP Disu awaits Police Council, Senate confirmation.
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu on Wednesday decorated Olatunji Disu as the Acting Inspector-General of Police during a ceremony held at the Presidential Villa, Abuja.
The event was attended by top government officials including National Security Adviser Nuhu Ribadu, Chief of Staff Femi Gbajabiamila and Secretary to the Government of the Federation George Akume, as well as former IGP Kayode Egbetokun.
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Disu’s appointment followed the resignation of Egbetokun, who stepped down citing personal and family reasons.
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Although Disu is due for statutory retirement in April 2026 when he turns 60, provisions of the amended Police Act allow an Inspector-General to serve a four-year tenure, meaning he could remain in office until 2030 if confirmed.
The Presidency said a meeting of the Nigeria Police Council will be convened to consider his appointment before forwarding his name to the Senate for confirmation.
His elevation may also trigger the retirement or resignation of several senior officers, particularly Deputy Inspectors-General who are his seniors in the force hierarchy.
