Nigeria’s Police Holds Pull-out Parade in Honor of Former IGP Egbetokun

The Nigeria Police Force, Thursday held a ceremonial Pull-Out Parade at the Force Headquarters, Abuja, in honour of the immediate past Inspector-General of Police, IGP Olukayode Adeolu Egbetokun (rtd).

The parade, marks the formal conclusion of his distinguished policing career spanning over three and a half decades, Force Public Relations Officer DCP Anthony Okon Placid, said in a statement.

The colourful parade celebrated the remarkable service and leadership of the former IGP, who retired from active duty on 25th February 2026 after 36 years of dedicated service to the Nigeria Police Force and the nation.

In his remarks, IGP Olatunji Rilwan Disu, described the ceremony as a significant moment for the Nigeria Police Force, noting that the career of the retired IGP was defined by dedication, professionalism, and exemplary leadership.

He highlighted the former IGP’s contributions to strengthening operational efficiency, promoting intelligence-led policing, enhancing professionalism, and reinforcing the institutional values of discipline, accountability, and service within the Force.

On behalf of the officers and men of the Nigeria Police Force, he expressed profound appreciation for the retired IGP’s outstanding service and invaluable contributions to policing in Nigeria.

In his farewell address, the retired IGP, IGP Olukayode Adeolu Egbetokun, expressed gratitude for the opportunity to serve the nation through the Nigeria Police Force for thirty-six years. Reflecting on his tenure, he noted that deliberate efforts were made to strengthen institutional processes, expand operational capabilities, and enhance professionalism across the Force.

Key initiatives included the expansion of the Intelligence Bureau to a full department, the elevation of the Legal and Medical Units to Directorate status, the development of the Nigeria Police Cybercrime Centre, improvements to the National Criminal Database, and the establishment of additional Police Mobile Force Squadrons, Area Commands, and the Special Intervention Squad.

The event was attended by several distinguished dignitaries including the Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives, Rt. Hon. Benjamin Kalu; the Chairman, House Committee on Police Affairs, Hon. Dr. Abubakar Yellman, represented by Hon. Kama Nkemkanma; the Director-General of the Department of State Services, Mr. Oluwatosin Adeola Ajayi; the Chairman, Police Service Commission, DIG Hashimu Argungu (Rtd); former Inspectors-General of Police including IGP Mike Okiro (Rtd) and IGP Ogbonna Onovo (Rtd); heads and representatives of sister security agencies and traditional rulers led by the Paramount Ruler of Yewaland, HRM Oba Kehinde Olugbenle.