Police React to N100m Sent to IGP Egbetokun's Son's Account
- The police have finally reacted to the controversial N100 million traced to the account of the son of the outgoing IGP, Kayode Egbetokun
- Benjamin Hundeyin, the spokesperson of the police, in an interview, said the money was mistakenly transferred to the young Egbetokun's account
- The day after the report, Egbetokun resigned from his position, and President Bola Tinubu announced his replacement hours later
The Nigeria Police Force has reacted to the N100 million reportedly transferred to the personal account of Victor Egbetokun, the son of the outgoing Inspector General of Police (IGP), Kayode Egbetokun.
According to the police authority, a huge amount of money was transferred to the personal account of the young Egbetokun in error, and it has since been returned.
Source: Twitter
IGP Egbetokun in N100m scandal
Daily Trust reported that the clarification came after an online report alleged that the money was transferred from the account of the Anambra State Government’s security vote into that of Victor Egbetokun.
Benjamin Hundeyin, the spokesperson of the police, made the clarification while speaking in an interview on a television, noting that the transaction was flagged immediately and reversed.
The police spokesperson described the incident as a mistaken transaction and maintained that the money was immediately returned to the account of the Anambra State Government as soon as the young Egbetokun received the alert.
Recall that on Tuesday, February 24, reports emerged that President Bola Tinubu accepted the resignation of Egbetokun as the police boss. A development that the president later attested to and announced the appointment of his replacement, Tunji Disu.
Nigerians react as IGP Egbetokun resigns
The resignation of Egbetokun has been generating comments from Nigerians. Below are some of their reactions:
Akan Mkpah CEng CMarEng wished the retired police boss well:
"A smooth transition. Best wishes to Kayode Egbetokun for his service, and expectations are high for Tunji Disu to bring a sharper operational focus in this critical period."
Aji. Bayo Chibuzor congratulated Disu on his appointment:
"Leadership changes in the police at a time like this will naturally come with high expectations. What most Nigerians will be watching is how quickly it reflects in everyday security. Congratulations to our new IGP, Tunji Disu."
Source: UGC
Abubakar M Kareto commended the appointment of Disu:
"For me, Tunji Disu is a good police officer, and I expect him to bring about the desirable positive impacts. He has worked in high-pressure roles in the Force, including leading the Intelligence Response Team (IRT) and the Rapid Response Squad (RRS) in Lagos. Congratulations!"
Samuel Ozonna alleged tribalism in the appointment:
"Anytime a Yoruba is relieved of an office. A Yoruba replaces him. Anytime any other tribe is relieved from office, a Yoruba still replaces them. Una weldone."
Gbenga Akeju referenced Egbetokun's saga with Omoyele Sowore:
"This is annoying that Sowore eventually becomes the winner of the battle between him and Egbetokun. It's too early for the govt to remove royalty privileges from the former IGP, particularly when a court injunction says any defamatory contents from Sowore will not be accepted."
You can read more Nigerians' reactions on X here:
Things to know about Tunji Disu
Nigeria has positioned Olatunji Disu as its 23rd Inspector‑General of Police (IGP). He is serving in an acting capacity pending confirmation in line with the Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria.
President Bola Tinubu had earlier appointed Kayode Egbetokun to replace Usman Alkali Baba, who was appointed by former President Muhammadu Buhari in April 2021. Egbetokun’s substantive appointment was confirmed by the Nigeria Police Council on October 31, 2023.
Source: Legit.ng
