By Seun Ibiyemi
Tunji Disu is a senior Nigerian police officer with more than three decades of experience in law enforcement, widely recognised for his operational leadership and strategic approach to policing.
He has been appointed as the Inspector‑General of Police (IGP), succeeding Kayode Egbetokun after a directive by President Bola Tinubu.Tinubu appoints Tunji Disu as IGP
Disu was born on April 13, 1966, on Lagos Island, Lagos State. He holds a bachelor’s degree in English Education from Lagos State University and two master’s degrees—one in Public Administration and another in Criminology, Security and Legal Psychology.
He has also attended numerous specialised police training courses both in Nigeria and abroad, covering subjects such as strategic leadership, forensic investigation, internet fraud and small arms smuggling.
Disu joined the Nigeria Police Force on May 18, 1992, and steadily rose through the ranks over a distinguished career marked by key leadership and operational posts. Among his notable assignments:
Commander of the Rapid Response Squad (RRS) in Lagos State, where his proactive policing strategies earned widespread recognition.Tinubu to Governors: We will establish State Police to curb insecurity
Head of the Police Intelligence Response Team (IRT), previously led by Abba Kyari, a unit focused on complex crime and intelligence operations.
Commissioner of Police in both Rivers State and the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Abuja, overseeing major commands and law enforcement efforts.
Assistant Inspector‑General of Police (AIG), including leadership of the Force Criminal Investigation Department (FCID) Annex in Alagbon, Lagos, where he focused on strengthening investigative capacity and operational effectiveness.
Reputation and Leadership Style
Disu is known for combining disciplined operational tactics with community‑oriented approaches, earning respect from both colleagues and the public.
His leadership at the RRS saw crime prevention partnerships, visible street patrols and community support services that improved public trust in policing.
As IGP, Disu brings extensive experience in crime control, intelligence operations and strategic police management credentials that position him to lead the Nigeria Police Force through ongoing reforms and efforts to enhance security nationwide.
