In a bid to enhance the operational efficiency of the Nigeria Police Force (NPF), Inspector-General of Police (IGP) Kayode Egbetokun has approved the posting of six newly appointed Deputy Inspectors-General of Police (DIGs) and one Assistant Inspector-General of Police (AIG) to key departments.

Egbetokun stated that the reshuffle is aimed at leveraging the expertise of these senior officers to ensure a stronger response to Nigeria’s security challenges.

According to the new postings: DIG Sadiq Idris Abubakar will now oversee the Force Criminal Investigation Department (FCID), DIG Benjamin Nebolisa Okolo takes charge of the Force Intelligence Department (FID), DIG Williams Adebowale assumes leadership of the Department of Information and Communication Technology (ICT)., DIG Bzigu Yakubu Kwazi is assigned to the Department of Operations (DOPs).

Others are DIG Adebola Ayinde Hamzat, who takes over the Department of Logistics and Supply (DLS), DIG Idegwu Basil Okuoma now heads the Department of Research and Planning (R&P) and DIG Sahabo Abubakar Yahaya has been reassigned to lead the Department of Finance and Administration (DFA).

IGP Egbetokun expressed confidence in the ability of these top officers to drive positive change within the Force, reaffirming the NPF’s commitment to proactive security strategies.

According to a statement issued on Sunday by the Force Public Relations Officer, ACP Olumuyiwa Adejobi, the IGP emphasized that these deployments align with efforts to optimize the Force’s leadership structure and strengthen its capacity to combat crime and maintain law and order.

Adejobi said: “With these appointments, the Nigeria Police Force is set to reinforce its mission of ensuring the safety and security of all Nigerians while fostering accountability and professionalism within the system.” (The Nation)