The Inspector-General of Police, Kayode Egbetokun, on Monday decorated 28 newly promoted senior officers in a ceremony held at the Goodluck Jonathan Peacekeeping Hall, Force Headquarters, Abuja.
According to a statement by Force Public Relations Officer, Olumuyiwa Adejobi, the promotions included 12 Commissioners of Police (CPs) elevated to the rank of Assistant Inspector-General of Police (AIG), and 16 Deputy Commissioners of Police (DCPs) promoted to CP. The elevations were recently approved by the Police Service Commission, following recommendations by the IGP.
In his address, Egbetokun described the promotions as part of a sweeping welfare and reform package under his leadership, noting that the Force had witnessed the “fastest and most extensive wave of promotions” in its history.
“These promotions are not just a recognition of past achievements but a call to greater service,” Egbetokun stated. “As leaders, you must remain committed to innovation, ethical conduct, and professional excellence.”
He urged the newly decorated officers to adopt modern policing strategies, prioritise community engagement, and work to rebuild public trust while safeguarding citizens’ rights.
Among the officers promoted to AIG rank are:
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Emmanuel Adegbola Aina
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Enyinnaya Adiogu
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Ronke Nurat Okunade
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Johnson Oluwole Adenola
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Hassan Audu Yabanet
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Chinedu Oko
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Aminu Baba Raji
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Omolara Oloruntola
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Akoh Benedict Gabriel
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Tijani Ahmadu Abdullahi (rtd)
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Mohammed Usman
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Bretet Emmanuel
Those promoted to Commissioner of Police include:
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Sheik Mohammed Danko
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Abiola Reuben Olutunde
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Charles Dike
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Victor Erivwode
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Nnanna Oji Ama
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Michael Falade
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Yakubu Dankaro
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Gabriel Elaigwu
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Emefile Tony Osifo
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Umar Ahmed Chuso
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Aina Adesola
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Uduak Uta
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Sylvester Edogbanya
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Musa Muhammed Sani
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Omoikhudu Philip
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Innocent Anagbado
The event drew high-level dignitaries, including Senator Oyewunmi Olalere, Deputy Chairman of the Senate Committee on Finance; Rt. Hon. Obi Aguoda, member of the House of Representatives; Dr. Shuaib Belgore, Permanent Secretary of the Federal Ministry of Housing and Urban Development; and Femi Mohammed Sheidu, Executive Secretary of the Police Trust Fund.
Also in attendance were members of the Force Management Team, serving and retired police officers, and family members of the newly promoted officers.
