The Acting Inspector-General of Police, , has assumed office as the 23rd indigenous Inspector-General of the .
Disu took over from (Rtd), PhD, NPM, who served as the 22nd Indigenous Inspector-General of Police from June 19, 2023 to February 24, 2026.
Born on April 13, 1966, Disu hails from Lagos Island Local Government Area of Lagos State. He brings to the office over three decades of policing experience, spanning operations, intelligence, investigations, administration, and training.
He joined the Nigeria Police Force as a Cadet Assistant Superintendent of Police on May 18, 1992. Prior to his appointment, he served as Assistant Inspector-General of Police (AIG) in charge of the Force Criminal Investigation Department (FCID) Annex, Alagbon, Lagos.
Academic and Professional Background
The new Acting IGP holds multiple academic qualifications, including an MSc in Entrepreneurship from the (2023); an MSc in Criminology, Security and Legal Psychology from (2022); an Advanced Diploma in Forensic Investigation and Criminal Intelligence from (2019); an MSc in Public Administration from (2010); a Postgraduate Diploma in International Relations and Strategic Studies from Lagos State University (2000); and a B.A. in English (Education) from the same institution (1990).
Career Highlights
Throughout his career, Disu held several strategic positions, including:
- Assistant Inspector-General of Police, Special Protection Unit (SPU), Force Headquarters, Abuja
- Commissioner of Police, Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Police Command
- Commissioner of Police, Rivers State Police Command
- Commissioner of Police, Administration and Intelligence, Force Intelligence Bureau (FIB)
- Deputy Commissioner of Police and Head of the Intelligence Response Team (IRT)
- Commander, Rapid Response Squad (RRS), Lagos (2015–2021)
- Assistant Commissioner of Police, Criminal Investigation Department, Rivers State
- Officer in Charge, Anti-Kidnapping, Rivers State
- Officer in Charge, Special Anti-Robbery Squad (SARS), Ondo and Oyo States (2011–2014)
- Divisional Police Officer in Ondo State
- Directing Staff, Nigerian Police Academy, Kano
- Aide-de-Camp (ADC) to a former Governor of Lagos State
He also served in international peacekeeping, leading the first-ever Nigerian Police contingent to the African Union Mission in Sudan (AMIS) in 2005 to address the crisis in Darfur.
Professional Affiliations and Achievements
Disu is a member of several professional bodies, including the International Academy of Forensics; the National Association of Investigative Specialists (USA); the Nigerian Institute of Public Relations (NIPR); the Chartered Institute of Personnel Management (CIPM); and the International Association of Chiefs of Police.
Beyond policing, he has distinguished himself in sports. He was once National Chairman of the Nigeria Police Judo Association and holds a third-degree black belt in Judo. He won multiple medals, including a silver medal at the 2022 US Open Judo Championships.
Commitment to Reform
In his assumption of duty, the Acting IGP reassured officers, stakeholders, and the general public of his commitment to consolidating ongoing reforms within the Force. He pledged to enhance internal security, strengthen community partnerships, and uphold global best practices in the protection of lives and property.
The Nigeria Police Force expressed appreciation to the immediate past IGP, Kayode Egbetokun, for his contributions to the modernization and strengthening of the Force.
The Force also called for continued public support and cooperation as the new leadership works to deepen professionalism, discipline, and improved service delivery nationwide.
The announcement was made in a statement issued by the Force Public Relations Officer, ACP Benjamin Hundeyin, on February 25, 2026, in Abuja.