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Nigeria Police Denies Tenure Extension for Inspector-General Kayode Egbetokun, Clarifies Misleading Reports
Nigeria Police Denies Tenure Extension for Inspector-General Kayode Egbetokun, Clarifies Misleading Reports....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
The Nigeria Police Force has strongly denied claims that President Bola Tinubu extended the tenure of the Inspector-General of Police (IGP), Kayode Egbetokun. The police clarified that IGP Egbetokun’s appointment letter explicitly grants him a four-year tenure, eliminating any need for him to lobby for an extension.
In a statement released by ACP Muyiwa Adejobi, the Nigeria Police spokesperson, the force emphasized that misinformation circulating on social media and certain news outlets is false. Adejobi explained that President Tinubu approved the appointment based on the law governing the tenure of the office. The IGP’s appointment was confirmed by the Police Council, and the letter issued on November 3, 2023, states that Egbetokun will serve for four years in line with Section 215(a) and Section 28(c) of the Nigerian Constitution.
Senate Amends Police Act Amidst Tenure Debate
The issue of tenure extension has been a hot topic since the Senate passed a bill on July 23, amending the Police Act of 2020. The amendment introduced a new clause in Section 8, contradicting the general rule that public servants must retire after 35 years of service or upon reaching the age of 60. The revised law states that every police officer shall serve for 40 years or until they reach the age of 65, whichever comes first.
This new clause stirred debates, with top police officers reportedly opposing the extension of the IGP’s tenure. The controversy surrounding the IGP’s term is further fueled by accusations against Egbetokun, including alleged human rights violations tied to the #EndBadGovernance protests.
Nigeria Police Sets the Record Straight
Adejobi’s statement sought to clarify the situation, highlighting that the President did not grant any special extension to Egbetokun. Instead, the appointment follows the legal framework, and the circulating rumors of a three-year extension are false. “Contrary to the misinformation, the IGP has not exhausted his years in office. He has a clear four-year mandate, as stated in the appointment letter, which was approved by the Police Council,” Adejobi said.
Adejobi further criticized the spread of false information, accusing certain individuals of attempting to malign the office of the IGP for personal or financial gain. He reiterated that there is no need for Egbetokun to lobby for an extension, as his appointment still stands in accordance with the law.
Misinformation and Public Concerns
The ongoing debate over the IGP’s tenure and the Police Act amendment has sparked public concern, particularly in light of reports that suggest the extension of Egbetokun’s term. These reports, which cite anonymous sources from the Office of the Secretary to the Government of the Federation, claimed that President Tinubu had approved an additional three years for the IGP despite the fact that Egbetokun turned 60 on September 4, 2023.
However, the Nigeria Police Force’s clear stance on the matter refutes these rumors, maintaining that the IGP’s tenure remains within the confines of his four-year appointment as specified by law.
Bamidele Kehinde, Director of Dynamic Ambassadors for Social Orientation Initiatives and the City Transformation Project, has expressed appreciation to the Federal Government of Nigeria for its efforts in securing the release of Pastor Benjamin Egbaji, who was reportedly held in detention in the Republic of Benin for over two years under difficult conditions.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
Pastor Egbaji, a Nigerian cleric, was said to have endured harsh treatment during his detention, including prolonged confinement. His release followed a presidential pardon granted by the authorities in Benin Republic under President Patrice Talon.
Speaking on News Central TV, Dr. Kehinde praised the diplomatic efforts that led to the cleric’s freedom, describing the process as lengthy and challenging. He noted that significant progress was achieved after Bianca Odumegwu-Ojukwu was appointed Minister of State for Foreign Affairs.
He stated that although there was no personal connection or financial influence involved, the minister actively engaged Benin Republic authorities through diplomatic channels. According to him, her visit and negotiations played a key role in securing Pastor Egbaji’s release.
Dr. Kehinde also commended all individuals and institutions that contributed to the advocacy efforts, including Moses Eyo, Dickson Umu Unung, the Cross River State Government, CP Alobi Lawrence (rtd), Joseph Bisong Ayi, Blessing Harrison, Eze Sampson, and Rt. Hon. Legor Idagbo.
He said their combined efforts were instrumental in achieving the cleric’s freedom.
He added that while Egbaji’s release is a major relief, the cleric now faces the task of recovering and rebuilding his life after years of hardship. He called for continued support to help him reintegrate into society.
Dr. Kehinde also urged stronger government commitment to protecting Nigerian citizens abroad and enhancing diplomatic engagement across West Africa to prevent similar cases in the future.
The Civil Defence, Correctional, Fire, and Immigration Services Board (CDCFIB) has provided an update on its ongoing nationwide recruitment exercise.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
The board stated that 1,120,491 applications were successfully completed and processed, allowing candidates to proceed to the computer-based test (CBT) stage.
It also disclosed that 432,935 applications were left incomplete, while 360,923 applicants were disqualified during screening and shortlisting for failing to meet the required criteria.
In total, the recruitment exercise recorded over 1.8 million applications across the country.
The exercise covers agencies under the board, including the Nigeria Immigration Service, Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps, Federal Fire Service, and the Nigeria Correctional Service.
CDCFIB also released a breakdown of CBT performance, showing that 221,996 candidates scored between 0–40, 229,155 scored between 41–60, 278,543 scored between 61–80, while 142,697 scored between 81–100.
The recruitment process is now expected to move to the next stage, which includes physical screening and document verification. Shortlisted candidates will be contacted with details of their screening venues, dates, and required documents.
The board reiterated that the entire process is free of charge and advised applicants to rely only on official communication channels for updates, warning against misinformation and unauthorized messages circulating online.
The Nigerian Air Force (NAF) has confirmed that its Air Component of Operation HADIN KAI conducted precise airstrikes in the Yuwe axis of the Sambisa Forest, resulting in the elimination of several terrorist elements on Monday.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
This was contained in a statement issued on Tuesday in Abuja by the Director of Public Relations and Information, Air Commodore Ehimen Ejodame, who noted that military operations in the North-East continue to maintain strong pressure on insurgent groups.
He explained that the operation was based on credible intelligence, supported by Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance (ISR) activities, which identified active terrorist presence within fortified positions and underground hideouts.
According to him, NAF air platforms successfully engaged the targets using precision-guided munitions, destroying the structures, neutralising multiple terrorists, and dismantling key logistics facilities. This was later confirmed through battle damage assessments.
The statement added that sustained air operations have continued to weaken terrorist networks, disrupting their activities and forcing them into more defensive and unstable responses.
The Chief of the Air Staff, Air Marshal Sunday Aneke, also reiterated the Air Force’s commitment to maintaining continuous, intelligence-driven operations aimed at completely neutralising terrorist threats.
He further assured that the NAF remains focused on protecting its personnel, safeguarding national security, and ensuring the safety of citizens, while continuing precision operations in line with strict rules of engagement to minimise civilian impact.
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