Olukayode Egbetokun, the former Acting Inspector-General of police on Tuesday, was confirmed as the Substantive IGP and Head of the Nigerian Police Force by the National Police Service Council.
Ibrahim Geidam, the Minister of Police Affairs, made this known while briefing newsmen after the council meeting presided over by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu at the Presidential Villa, Abuja.
The minister, who said council members endorsed the president’s proposal for his confirmation, added that the IGP had been serving in an acting capacity since he was appointed four months ago and had “shown that he has impressive Curricula Vitae and has also completed numerous police and security courses”, making him highly qualified for the position.
He said, “During my brief time working with him, I have observed that he is well-qualified, exceptionally honest, transparent, and incredibly hardworking. As a result, we fully endorse President Tinubu’s proposal to confirm him as the Substantive”.
On his part, Abdullahi Sule, the Nasarawa State Governor, said the IGP’s presentation on the security situation at the meeting showed he understood the country’s challenges.
Governor Dapo Abiodun of Ogun State, who said the issue of police funding was equally discussed at the meeting, stated, “We observe that there were no meaningful reforms since the Nigeria Police Force was established.”
Governor Bala Mohammed of Bauchi State announced that President Tinubu had formed a special committee to develop a reform agenda to reposition the Nigeria Police.