The Presidency has confirmed the resignation of Kayode Egbetokun as the Inspector-General of Police. It said the former police boss resigned from office, citing family issues that require his undivided attention. However, another source at the Villa confirmed that Egbetokun was specifically summoned that evening by the President. Before his appointment as IGP, Egbetokun served as Deputy Inspector-General of Police in charge of the Force Criminal Investigations Department. The IGP resigned in a letter today, citing family issues which require his undivided attention

Source: Punch February 24, 2026 13:59 UTC