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IGP ORDERS POSTING OF NEW DEPUTY INSPECTOR-GENERAL OF POLICE TO OVERSEE THE DEPARTMENT OF FINANCE AND ADMINISTRATION. (PHOTO). #PRESS RELEASE


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IGP ORDERS POSTING OF NEW DEPUTY INSPECTOR-GENERAL OF POLICE TO OVERSEE THE DEPARTMENT OF FINANCE AND ADMINISTRATION


The Inspector-General of Police, IGP Kayode Adeolu Egbetokun, Ph.D., NPM, has approved the posting of DIG Mohammed Adamu Dankwara as the new Deputy Inspector-General of Police in charge of the Department of Finance and Administration. 


DIG Dankwara replaces DIG Sahabo Abubakar Yahaya who recently retired from the Force after over three decades of distinguished and meritorious service. Prior to his elevation, DIG Dankwara served as the Assistant Inspector-General of Police in charge of the Force Criminal Investigation Department (FCID), Abuja, where he demonstrated exceptional leadership, professionalism, and dedication to duty.


IGP Egbetokun, while congratulating the senior officer on his new appointment, expressed confidence in his capacity to bring his wealth of experience to bear in strengthening the administrative functions of the Nigeria Police Force. The posting is in line with the IGP’s commitment to repositioning the Force for greater efficiency and effectiveness in the discharge of its statutory responsibilities.


The Nigeria Police Force remains resolute in its mission to ensure the safety and security of all citizens through strategic leadership placements and performance excellence. 


CSP BENJAMIN HUNDEYIN, anipr, mipra

Force Public Relations Officer

Force Headquarters, Abuja.


14th November, 2025

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