President Bola Tinubu has appointed Assistant Inspector-General of Police Tunji Disu as the acting Inspector-General of Police (IGP), following the resignation of Kayode Egbetokun.

Egbetokun stepped down from the top position in the Nigeria Police Force, citing pressing family considerations. Appointed in June 2023, he had been serving a four-year term scheduled to end in June 2027, in accordance with the amended provisions of the Police Act.

In a statement issued by the President’s Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, Tinubu confirmed receiving Egbetokun’s resignation letter and expressed appreciation for his service to the nation.

Until his elevation, Disu served as the Assistant Inspector-General of Police in charge of the Force Criminal Investigation Department (FCID) Annex, Alagbon, Lagos.

In Nigeria, it is a longstanding tradition for senior police officers to retire when a junior officer is appointed Inspector-General. Although not legally binding, the practice reflects the Force’s emphasis on hierarchy, seniority, and institutional stability.

Here are eight DIGs likely to retire after Disu’s appointment:

Frank Mba

Mba began his career as an Inspector and rose steadily through the ranks. He became Assistant Superintendent of Police in 1999 and was promoted to Deputy Superintendent in 2003. He attained the rank of Superintendent in 2008, Chief Superintendent in 2012, Assistant Commissioner in 2014, Deputy Commissioner in 2018, and Commissioner of Police in 2020. In March 2023, he was decorated as an Assistant Inspector-General. A three-time National Police Spokesman, Mba also received a UN Medal for his service with the United Nations Mission in Liberia (2006–2007).

Mohammed Gumel

Gumel currently serves as the Deputy Inspector-General in charge of the Force Intelligence Department at Force Headquarters, Abuja. He assumed the role in late December 2025/early January 2026. A seasoned officer and advocate of community policing, he previously served as Commissioner of Police and was recognised as the Best Community Policing Advocate of the Year (2024).

Adebola Hamzat

Hamzat is the DIG overseeing the Department of Logistics and Supply. Appointed and decorated in March 2025, he supervises procurement, works, housing, and technical services within the Force. He previously served as AIG in charge of Zone 16 and as Commissioner of Police in Oyo State.

Yahaya Abubakar

Abubakar most recently headed the Department of Finance and Administration at Force Headquarters. Appointed to the position following promotion by the Police Service Commission in 2024, he oversees budgeting, human resources, and administrative processes.

Basil Idegwu

Idegwu leads the Department of Research and Planning. Appointed in March 2025, he is responsible for strategic planning and policy formulation. He holds a Ph.D. in Peace and Security Studies and plays a key role in modernising policing standards.

Bzigu Kwazhi

Kwazhi serves as DIG in charge of the Department of Operations. He coordinates nationwide operational activities, including joint security missions, riot control, and election security. In 2025, he led high-level security interventions in Plateau and Adamawa states.

Idris Abubakar

Appointed as a cadet ASP in May 1992, Abubakar holds academic qualifications including a Ph.D. in Psychology. He has held several senior leadership roles within the Force.

Adebowale Williams

Williams serves as DIG in charge of Information and Communication Technology. He oversees the technological and digital infrastructure supporting modern policing within the Nigeria Police Force.

Disu’s appointment marks a significant transition within the Force, with potential changes expected at the top hierarchy in the coming days.