Fubara: Disu’s Elevation as IGP Reward for Professionalism, Impartiality

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The Governor of Rivers State, Siminalayi Fubara, has attributed the elevation of Olatunji Disu to Inspector-General of Police (IGP) to his professionalism, impartiality and commitment to constitutional duties while serving as Commissioner of Police in the state.

Fubara said Disu demonstrated professional discipline and the ability to remain balanced at the height of Rivers State’s political crisis, adding that his conduct under pressure reflected the qualities required of a police officer entrusted with national leadership.

The governor spoke on Tuesday when Disu paid a courtesy visit to Government House, Port Harcourt, as part of his official visit to Rivers State.

Recalling Disu’s tenure as commissioner, Fubara said the police chief discharged his responsibilities despite the difficult political circumstances, without allowing the crisis to distract him from his constitutional mandate.

“While he was here as Commissioner of Police, it was at the peak of a crisis, but I can tell you that he did his work not minding the situation. He tried as much as he could to balance all areas,” the governor said.


He added that Disu’s service to the state had contributed to his emergence as IGP, describing his elevation as recognition of the professionalism and commitment he displayed while in Rivers.

“I want to thank you for serving us well, and that service is what propelled you to this very exalted position that you occupy today,” Fubara said.

The governor expressed delight at welcoming Disu back to Rivers in a higher capacity, describing the visit as a homecoming and noting that public officers who serve meritoriously leave a lasting mark on the places where they work.

Fubara also acknowledged the challenges awaiting Disu at the national level, particularly as the country approaches the 2027 general elections. 

He expressed hope that the IGP would sustain the professionalism required to manage the demands of policing during a sensitive political period.

He assured Disu of the Rivers State Government’s continued cooperation in maintaining law and order.

In his response, Disu thanked Fubara and the people of Rivers State for their cooperation during his tenure as commissioner, noting that effective policing depended partly on constructive collaboration between security agencies and government.

He also commended Rivers residents for sustaining peace and thanked the governor for his support for the security sector.

Disu was in Port Harcourt for his official visit and the book launch of Dame Stella Okuyiga, one of the 20 pioneer women who joined the Nigeria Police Force in 1955.

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