President Bola Tinubu has reportedly removed Kayode Egbetokun from his position as Inspector-General of Police.
Presidential aides, who spoke on condition of anonymity, confirmed the development on Tuesday. According to the sources, the President asked Egbetokun to step aside during a meeting at the Presidential Villa on Monday.
One aide confirmed the decision, saying Egbetokun had already been relieved of his duties, while another disclosed that an official statement was being prepared and would be released soon.
Attempts to get a response from the Force Public Relations Officer, Benjamin Hundeyin, were unsuccessful, as he did not answer calls or messages. Similarly, the President’s spokesman, Bayo Onanuga, could not be reached for comment.
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Sources within the Nigeria Police Force indicated that a replacement may have been identified, although no official announcement had been made at the time of reporting. One source revealed that Tunji Disu had been contacted in connection with the role, but confirmation was still pending.
Egbetokun was appointed Inspector-General of Police on June 19, 2023, by President Tinubu. His tenure became controversial in 2024 after he reached the mandatory retirement age of 60 on September 4. However, his stay in office was extended following amendments to the Police Act, allowing him to remain in the position beyond the retirement threshold.
