Gov. Babajide Sanwo-Olu of Lagos State has congratulated Mr Olatunji Disu on his appointment as the Acting Inspector-General of Police by President Bola Tinubu.
The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) recalls that President Tinubu, on Tuesday appointed Disu as Acting IGP, following the resignation of Kayode Egbetokun.
Sanwo-Olu described Disu’s elevation as well deserved, citing his professionalism, competence and over three decades of meritorious service in the Nigeria Police Force.
The governor’s commendation was contained in a statement on Wednesday by his Special Adviser on Media and Publicity, Mr Gboyega Akosile.
He said the appointment of Disu as the nation’s number one police officer is an honour to Lagos state.
“I congratulate Mr Olatunji Disu on his appointment as the Acting Inspector-General of Police.
“His elevation to the position of number one police officer in Nigeria is an honour done to us in Lagos state,” Sanwo-Olu said.
He said that Disu had demonstrated exceptional leadership throughout his career in the police force.
According to him, Disu has served and displayed exceptional leadership in the Nigeria Police Force for over three decades.
“He has a good track record of performance at the state, national and international levels in all the assignments given to him,” he said.
Sanwo-Olu recalled Disu’s tenure in Lagos state, particularly as Commander of the Rapid Response Squad (RRS), popularly known as “Good Boys”, where he distinguished himself through dedicated service.
“I believe in Disu’s capacity to deliver on the new mandate to secure Nigeria.
“I am confident that Disu will bring his wealth of experience, garnered over three decades to bear on his new assignment to meet the expectations of Nigerians.
“This is for a competent, accountable, transparent, courageous and trustworthy police force in the country,” he said.
