Inspector General Olatunji Disu Elevates Olohundare Moshood Jimoh To Assistant Inspector General Following Major Police Shakeup

Inspector General Olatunji Disu promotes Moshood Jimoh to Assistant Inspector General, tasking him with the security of Lagos and Ogun states in a major shakeup.

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Published: Mar 28, 2026, 12:09 PM EDT

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National Police Leadership Consolidates Strategic Command In Southwest Nigeria

In a formal ceremony held at the Force Headquarters in Abuja, Inspector General of Police Olatunji Rilwan Disu officially decorated Olohundare Moshood Jimoh with the rank of Assistant Inspector General. The promotion marks a significant shift in the internal hierarchy of the Nigeria Police Force, as the leadership seeks to bolster its operational effectiveness across key regions. During the decoration, IGP Disu emphasized that Jimoh’s elevation was a direct result of his previous successes in managing high stakes security environments. The transition comes at a pivotal moment for the force as it attempts to modernize its response to evolving criminal threats nationwide.

Proven Operational Track Record In High Density Urban Policing

The decision to elevate Jimoh follows a widely recognized period of operational consolidation during his tenure in Lagos State. According to IGP Disu, Jimoh’s capacity to deliver measurable results in one of Africa’s most complex urban landscapes distinguished him for higher responsibility. His time in Lagos was characterized by the disruption of organized criminal cells and a consistent pressure on established criminal networks. By selecting an officer with deep local experience to lead Zone 2, the police leadership is signaling a preference for tactical continuity in the oversight of Nigeria’s economic heartbeat.

Strategic Oversight Of Lagos And Ogun State Security Corridors

As the newly minted AIG for Zone 2, Jimoh will now supervise police operations across both Lagos and Ogun states. This regional command is critical due to the high volume of industrial activity and the porous nature of the borders between the two states, which are often exploited by trans border syndicates. IGP Disu urged the senior officer to deploy his professionalism to strengthen policing architecture throughout this corridor. The expectation is that Jimoh will replicate his "people centered" policing approach to ensure that the security of these neighboring states is integrated rather than handled in isolation.