Abuja, March 21, 2025 – The Inspector-General of Police, IGP Kayode Adeolu Egbetokun, has approved the immediate deployment of 38 Commissioners of Police (CPs) to various State Commands and Police Formations across the country.
According to a statement issued this evening by Force Public Relations Officer, ACP Olumuyiwa Adejobi, the deployment includes nine CPs assigned to key state commands, while 29 others have been posted to strategic police formations nationwide.
The newly appointed CPs for state commands are:
Zamfara State – CP Ibrahim Balarabe Maikaba
Taraba State – CP Bretet Emmanuel Simon
Yobe State – CP Christopher Ado Emmanuel
Cross River State – CP Olusegun Eyitayo Omosayin
Niger State – CP Adamu Abdullahi Elleman
Bauchi State – CP Sani Omolori Aliyu
Katsina State – CP Bello Shehu
Federal Capital Territory (FCT) – CP Saka Adewale Ajao
Kwara State – CP Ojo Adekimi
The police chief emphasized that the deployments are part of efforts to strengthen intelligence-led policing and enhance security nationwide. “This strategic posting aims to reinforce our commitment to proactive and effective policing, ensuring that law enforcement remains responsive to the security needs of Nigerians,” IGP Egbetokun stated.
He charged the newly deployed CPs to prioritize tackling insecurity, enforcing discipline within the Force, and fostering stronger community engagement. “Every officer must be dedicated to maintaining law and order while upholding the highest standards of professionalism,” the IGP added.
This latest reshuffle underscores the Nigeria Police Force’s resolve to combat crime and bolster public confidence in law enforcement. GMTNewsng
