Change of guard as President Bola Ahmed Tinubu confirmed the exit of former Inspector-General of Police Kayode Egbetokun and immediately appointed Tunji Disu as the Acting Inspector-General of Police (IGP).
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The announcement on February 24, 2026, has sparked nationwide attention — not only because of the leadership change but also because Disu reportedly has just 48 days left before retirement.
The Presidency confirmed that Egbetokun resigned, and within hours, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu named Tunji Disu as Acting IGP, pending formal confirmation by the Nigeria Police Council.
