Nigeria’s New IGP Tunji Disu’s 5 Most Notable Operations in Police Force
- President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has appointed Tunji Disu as the acting inspector-general of police (IGP) of Nigeria
- Disu’s notable operations include successful anti-kidnapping and crime-fighting strategies in the country
- The 22nd IGP, Egbetokun Olukayode Adeolu, resigned, paving the way for AIG Disu's leadership in the NPF
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FCT, Abuja - President Bola Tinubu on Tuesday, February 24, appointed Olatunji Rilwan Disu as the acting inspector-general of police (IGP).
In a statement, Bayo Onanuga, one of the presidential spokespersons, stated that President Tinubu has accepted the resignation of Kayode Egbetokun as the IGP.
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Tunji Disu’s top police operations
Amid the appointment of Nigeria’s new police chief, Legit.ng highlights 'Tunji Disu’s five most notable operations in the Nigeria Police Force since he joined on May 18, 1992.
1) Disu's efforts as FCT commissioner
According to reports, after Disu assumed office as the 32nd commissioner of police (CP) for the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Police Command, Abuja experienced a period of relative calm. He was credited with strengthening security and creating a safer environment for residents following his appointment in October 2024.
Under his leadership, more than 1,000 suspected criminals were reportedly apprehended, with 550 arrests recorded between January and March 2025 alone. Intelligence-led raids carried out between February 6 and February 23, 2025, targeted criminal hideouts, black spots, and abandoned buildings across the territory, leading to the recovery of hard drugs and dangerous weapons.
2) Disu’s targeted anti-kidnapping operations
Disu led anti-kidnapping and banditry clearance missions across forests and border communities around Abuja.
The operations resulted in multiple arrests and the dismantling of several criminal networks, according to Daily Trust.
3) Disu’s leadership at Lagos RRS
While leading the Rapid Response Squad (RRS) in Lagos State, Disu’s team was credited with foiling multiple armed robbery attacks.
The new acting IGP's team was also lauded by the Babajide Sanwo-Olu-led administration for the 'rapid police response' across the city.
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4) Notable raids in Rivers under Disu
During his tenure in Rivers as commissioner of police, Disu’s command was hailed for dismantling notorious crime syndicates.
Security stakeholders highlighted Disu’s proactive approach in pursuing dangerous criminals. In February 2024, he pledged to apprehend those responsible for the killing of community leader Ndidi Livingstone, who was murdered in front of his family. By September 2024, Disu’s team had successfully neutralised the perpetrators, The Punch reported.
5) Tunji Disu and IRT operations
As head of the Intelligence Response Team (IRT), Disu led what police sources described as “strategic intelligence‑led operations nationwide.”
The 59-year-old, they said, built an impressive record before his promotion to higher leadership roles.
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Egbetokun, 2 governors blacklisted
Legit.ng previously reported that the International Press Institute (IPI) Nigeria formally unveiled the Nigeria Book of Infamy, a new platform designed to publicly name state actors who perpetrate abuses against journalists and violate press freedom in Africa's most populous nation.
Following the launch, IPI Nigeria President, Musikilu Mojeed, announced that the first entries in the book would include the governors of Niger and Akwa Ibom states, as well as Egbetokun.
Source: Legit.ng
