In a landmark move to streamline the Nigerian Police Force (NPF) and ensure compliance with service regulations, Inspector General of Police (IGP) Kayode Egbetokun has removed all senior officers who have exceeded their retirement age or service limit, a decision that notably affects officers at the highest echelons of the NPF, including himself. Sources confirm that this reform is part of a broader strategy aimed at rejuvenating the force and fostering a new era of leadership within the service.
According to a statement from the IGP’s office, the policy adheres to the statutory age limit and service duration required for continued service in the NPF. Officers who have exceeded these thresholds, including Egbetokun, have been asked to step down from their roles, ensuring that younger, more dynamic officers take the reins of leadership in the force.
The development has sent shockwaves throughout the security and law enforcement communities, as IGP Egbetokun's own removal signals his commitment to enforcing the same standards he sets for others. This unprecedented move also includes the planned removal of Assistant Inspector General (AIG) Owohunwa, whose removal is expected to be finalized next week. This is seen as part of the larger reform agenda to overhaul the leadership of the NPF, with a focus on revitalizing the service and fostering effective policing across Nigeria.