Tinubu Removes IGP Egbetokun, Disu Set To Take Over

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has reportedly removed the Inspector-General of Police, Kayode Egbetokun, from office, with senior police officer Tunji Disu tipped to assume leadership of the force, according to a breaking report by Sahara Reporters.

The development, which reportedly filtered through security and political circles on Tuesday, was said to have sparked jubilation among some officers at the Force Headquarters in Abuja, where the news was received as a significant turning point in the leadership of the Nigeria Police Force.

According to Sahara Reporters, who shared the news on their X handle, the presidency approved Egbetokun’s removal following mounting controversies, internal dissatisfaction, and concerns that had trailed his tenure as police chief. While the report described the decision as sudden, it noted that tensions within the force had been building for some time, with debates around leadership style, operational decisions, and broader institutional direction contributing to the atmosphere preceding the shake-up.

Sources cited in the report claimed that reactions within the police hierarchy were mixed. While some officers reportedly welcomed the change and viewed it as an opportunity for institutional reset, others were said to be cautious, reflecting uncertainty over the implications of the transition for ongoing operations, promotions, and strategic deployments across commands nationwide.

The report further indicated that Disu, a senior officer with experience in tactical policing, intelligence operations, and urban security management, emerged as the preferred successor. His previous leadership roles in rapid response and special tactical units were reportedly factors that strengthened confidence among sections of the security establishment regarding his ability to stabilise the force and drive operational effectiveness.

Observers quoted in the report suggested that the leadership change could signal an attempt by the federal government to recalibrate policing priorities amid persistent security challenges, public trust concerns, and internal institutional pressures facing the Nigeria Police Force.

As of the time of the report, however, there had been no comprehensive official statement from the presidency or police authorities detailing the circumstances of the removal, the transition timeline, or confirmation of Disu’s appointment, leaving room for further clarification in the coming hours.

The development is expected to generate broader reactions across political, security, and civil society circles as stakeholders assess its implications for policing strategy, institutional morale, and the federal government’s security agenda.

Sahara reporters