The Nigeria Police Force has marked a significant milestone with the formal decoration of six newly appointed Deputy Inspectors-General of Police (DIGs) and one Assistant Inspector-General of Police (AIG).
The ceremony, which took place on the 6th of March 2025, was conducted by the Inspector-General of Police, IGP Kayode Adeolu Egbetokun, Ph.D., NPM.
The newly appointed DIGs will bring a wealth of experience from various Commands and departments within the Nigeria Police Force and these exemplary officers include;
DIG Sadiq Idiris Abubakar: Formerly Commandant of the Police Academy in Wudil, Kano
DIG Benjamin Nebolisa Okolo: Former AIG of the Department of Information Communication Technology at Force Headquarters Abuja
DIG Williams Adebowale: Formerly Commandant of the Police Staff College Jos
DIG Bzigu Yakubu Kwazi Bali: Former AIG of the FCID Annex Enugu
DIG Idegwu Basil Ukuoma: Previously AIG of Zone 14, Katsina
DIG Adebola Ayinde Hamzat: Former AIG, Zone 16 Yenagoa
In addition, AIG Kanayo Uzuegbu, who previously served as the Commissioner of Police for the Enugu State Command, was decorated as the newly promoted Assistant Inspector-General of Police.
During the event, IGP Egbetokun congratulated the newly decorated officers, emphasizing the importance of upholding the values of integrity, professionalism, and service that define the Nigeria Police Force. He also charged the officers with inspiring confidence within the ranks of their Force and among the citizens they have sworn to serve and protect.
He further expressed strong belief in their ability to discharge their duties in their new leadership roles and contribution to the continued progress and effectiveness of the Nigerian Police Force.
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