- 37 Police Officers Promoted Under IGP Egbetokun .
- Critics say 30 Yoruba officers dominated the list, fueling discontent.
- Police insist promotions were merit-based despite growing internal tension
A fresh wave of promotions under Inspector-General of Police Kayode Egbetokun has sparked controversy, with critics alleging regional favoritism.
Of the 37 officers elevated under “special consideration,” 30 are reportedly of Yoruba origin, raising concerns over ethnic imbalance in the Nigeria Police Force.
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EKO HOT BLOG reports that the promotions, confirmed by Force spokesperson Muyiwa Adejobi, will be officially decorated at the Force Headquarters. However, senior officers who spoke anonymously warned that perceived bias could undermine morale and erode trust in future exercises.
List of Promoted Officers
Key promotions include:
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ASP to DSP: Israel Abodunrin, Adeyemi Abraham, Ada Audu, Oluwaseyi Hunsu, Pelemoh Shefunmi, Yemisi Ademosu, Amer Daniel.
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Inspector to ASP: John Godwin, Hauwa Tanko, Dahiru Ibrahim.
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SP to CSP: Garba Ibrahim, Hassan Adamu, Ojele Adebayo, Tolulope Ipinmisho, Awe Vincent, Oluwole Ogunwusi, Doris Elakhe, Sheriff Atanda, Femi Adebayo.
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CSP to ACP: Aliyu Lekan, Lydia Ameh, Odeyeyiwa Oladimeji, Hussaini Yusuf, Moses Dada, Eneze Makoju, Ganiyu Adebowale, Olusoji Obideyi, Beorgelyn Uformadu, Uba Mmaduka, Bukola Kuti.
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ACP to DCP: Olumuyiwa Adejobi, Akeem Adedeji, Adeoye Adefila.
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DCP to CP: Lateef Ahmed.
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Acting DSP to DSP: Nun Rasaq, Adeagbo Olaide, Ozanu Olaminka.
37 Police Officers Promoted
Despite backlash, the police maintain that the promotions reflect merit and performance. Critics, however, argue that the exercise ignored qualified officers from other regions.
