On June 19, 2023, Acting Inspector General of Police, Ag. IGP Egbetokun Olukayode Adeolu assumed his duties as the 22nd Indigenous Inspector General of Police.
His appointment was made by His Excellency Bola Ahmed Tinubu, the President and Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces.
This follows the retirement of IGP Usman Alkali Baba, who dedicated 35 years of exemplary service to the nation.
The handover ceremony took place at the Force Headquarters in Abuja, where the symbolic transfer of the Nigerian National and Police flags marked the transition.
Hailing from Yewa South Local Government Area of Ogun State, the new IGP expressed his gratitude to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for the trust placed in him.
He emphasized that this appointment was a commitment and an opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the collective mission to protect the lives and well-being of all citizens in the great nation.
Ag. IGP Egbetokun Olukayode Adeolu joined the Nigeria Police Force on March 3, 1990, as part of Cadet Assistant Superintendent of Police Course 16 from the prestigious Nigeria Police Academy.
His academic achievements include a Doctorate degree in Peace and Security Studies, a Post Graduate Diploma in Petroleum Economics, an MBA, a Certification in Electronic Data Processing/Computer Programming, a Masters in Engineering Analysis, and a Bachelor’s in Mathematics.
Throughout his career, the IGP has held significant positions in various departments of the Force, demonstrating his expertise in policing strategies and commitment to accountability.
These roles include Commander of the Rapid Response Squad (RRS) in Lagos State Command, Area Commander in Osogbo, Osun State, and Gusuau, Zamfara State, Commandant of the Police Training School in Ikeja, Commissioner of Police in the Explosive Ordnance Department, Commissioner of Police in Kwara State Command, and Assistant Inspector-General of Police in charge of Zone 7 Abuja, among others.
Prior to his appointment as Ag. IGP, he served as the Deputy Inspector General of Police overseeing the Force Criminal Investigations Department.
Ag. IGP Egbetokun Olukayode Adeolu is deeply committed to upholding the principles of justice, security, and the rule of law.
He assured the public that under his leadership, the Nigeria Police Force would strive for excellence, transparency, and accountability.
His aim is to rebuild public trust, restore confidence in law enforcement institutions, and create a safe, protected, and respected Nigeria where every citizen feels secure.
He pledged to introduce new strategies to unlock the vast potential of the Nigeria Police Force in safeguarding the nation, fostering lasting peace, and realizing the President’s vision of a thriving and prosperous Nigeria.
