In a recent announcement, the Inspector-General of Police (IGP), Usman Baba, has approved the redeployment of three Deputy Inspector-Generals (DIGs) and appointed 17 Assistant Inspector-Generals (AIGs).
According to the Force Public Relations Officer, CSP Muyiwa Adejobi, the redeployment aims to enhance operational efficiency and effectiveness within the Nigerian Police Force.
Under the new arrangement, DIG Hafiz M. Inuwa will head the Department of Logistics and Supply, while DIG Bala Ciroma will take charge of the Department of Training and Development, and DIG Frank Mba will lead the Department of Research and Planning.
Additionally, following their recent promotions, DIG Ciroma will serve as the supervising DIG for the North-East region, while DIG Mba assumes a supervisory role over the South-East region.
Furthermore, the IGP appointed 17 AIGs to various commands and formations across the country. These appointments are expected to strengthen and reposition the police force for effective service delivery.
The AIGs who have been posted or redeployed are as follows:
- AIG Zone 10 Sokoto – AIG Abubakar Lawal
- AIG Zone 15 Maiduguri – AIG Abdul Umar
- AIG Zone 7 Abuja – AIG Williams Adebowale
- AIG Armament FHQ Abuja – AIG Shettima Zanna
- AIG Zone 17 Akure – AIG Ebong Eyibio Ebong
- AIG Maritime Lagos – AIG Adepoju Ayinde Ilori
- AIG FCID Annex Kaduna – AIG Okon Okon Effiong
- AIG Zone 9 Umuahia – AIG Echeng Eworo Echeng
- Commandant Staff College Jos – AIG Susan Ukpanukiema Horsefall
- AIG DFA FHQ Abuja – AIG Bankole Lanre Sikiru
- AIG Zone 11 Osogbo – AIG Oladimeji Yomi Olanrewaju
- AIG FEDOPS FHQ Abuja – AIG Odama Paul Ojeka
- AIG Forensic, AIG Shehu Gwarzo
- AIG R&P, FHQ Abuja – AIG Yekini Adio Ayoku
- AIG FCID Alagbon Lagos – AIG Yahaya S. Abubakar
- AIG Zone 1 Kano – AIG Umar M. Sanda
- AIG CTU FHQ Abuja – AIG Ede Ayuba
These appointments demonstrate the commitment of the Nigerian Police Force to strengthening its operations and tackling the security challenges currently facing the nation. The new DIGs and AIGs are expected to bring their vast experience, knowledge, and expertise to bear in combating crime and ensuring the safety of Nigerians.
