By Our Correspondent

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has approved the appointment of Assistant Inspector-General of Police, Tunji Disu, as the Acting Inspector-General of Police, following the resignation of the former IGP, Kayode Egbetokun.

Egbetokun stepped down from office citing pressing family considerations, bringing an early end to his four-year tenure which began in June 2023 and was expected to run until 2027.

In a statement issued by the Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, the President confirmed that he received Egbetokun’s resignation earlier today and commended him for what he described as decades of outstanding and dedicated service to the Nigeria Police Force and the nation at large.

President Tinubu praised the outgoing police chief for his professionalism and significant contributions toward strengthening Nigeria’s internal security architecture during his time in office.

Responding swiftly to the development amid prevailing security challenges across the country, the President announced the appointment of AIG Tunji Disu as Acting Inspector-General of Police with immediate effect.

The President expressed strong confidence in Disu’s competence, experience, and leadership capacity to steer the Nigeria Police Force through what he described as a critical period in the nation’s security landscape. He noted that Disu’s appointment is aimed at ensuring stability, continuity, and focused leadership within the Force.

In line with the provisions of the Police Act 2020, President Tinubu is expected to convene a meeting of the Nigeria Police Council to consider Disu’s appointment as the substantive Inspector-General of Police. Following the Council’s recommendation, his name will be forwarded to the Senate for confirmation in accordance with constitutional requirements.

President Tinubu reaffirmed his administration’s unwavering commitment to strengthening national security institutions, enhancing professionalism within the police, and ensuring accountability in law enforcement operations across the country.

The appointment marks a significant shift in the leadership of the Nigeria Police Force at a time when the government continues to prioritize security reforms and improved coordination among security agencies nationwide.

By Our Correspondent

The Governing Council of the Federal University of Kashere (FUK), Gombe State, has approved the appointment of Professor Mohammed Inuwa Ja’afar as the fourth substantive Vice-Chancellor of the institution.

The decision was taken at the 10th Special Meeting of the Council held on Tuesday, February 3, 2026.

Professor Ja’afar succeeds the immediate past Vice-Chancellor, Professor Umaru A. Pate, who was described by the Council as an erudite scholar and an accomplished academic administrator.

Announcing the appointment, the Pro-Chancellor and Chairman of the Governing Council, Professor Williams Olushola Aderounmu, said Professor Ja’afar emerged as the best candidate after scoring the highest marks among the 20 candidates interviewed for the position.

In a statement signed by the University’s Chief Information Officer, Janet Ibrahim Ezekiel, Professor Ja’afar was described as a seasoned academic from the Department of Microbiology, Faculty of Life Sciences, Modibbo Adama University, Yola.

The statement noted that his appointment is expected to further strengthen the University’s academic growth, research development, and administrative efficiency.

The Governing Council congratulated Professor Mohammed Inuwa Ja’afar on his well-deserved appointment and expressed confidence in his ability to provide purposeful leadership, wishing him a successful and impactful tenure.

Professor Ja’afar is an indigene of Jalingo Local Government Area of Taraba State. An accomplished academic and administrator, he previously served at Modibbo Adama University, Yola, where he rose to the position of Deputy Vice-Chancellor.

Following the expiration of the tenure of the substantive Vice-Chancellor at Modibbo Adama University, Professor Ja’afar was appointed Acting Vice-Chancellor by the institution’s Governing Council to ensure continuity and stability in its administration. He successfully steered the affairs of the university during the transitional period.

His appointment as the substantive Vice-Chancellor of the Federal University of Kashere marks a new chapter in the leadership of the institution and signals renewed commitment to academic excellence and institutional development.

By Yusuf Muhammad Inuwa

Restoring trust, reforming the law, and reclaiming Nigeria’s democracy.

When President Bola Ahmed Tinubu appointed Professor Joash Ojo Amupitan as Chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission INEC the announcement was met with cautious optimism. After years of disputed elections and waning voter confidence, Nigerians are yearning for a credible electoral umpire.

The question now is whether the new chairman can deliver the reform and integrity the system desperately needs.

A professor of law and Senior Advocate of Nigeria, Amupitan is respected for his scholarship and discipline.

But beyond academic credentials, the role before him demands moral courage the ability to withstand political pressure and steer INEC toward genuine independence.

The 2023 general elections, though technologically ambitious, were marred by logistic failures, delayed result uploads, and communication breakdowns. Innovations like BVAS and IReV, designed to strengthen transparency, instead exposed deep weaknesses in planning and execution. Rebuilding trust after such disappointment will not be easy.

Amupitan’s first and most urgent task is to restore public confidence.

Nigerians must see INEC as impartial and transparent.

This means open communication, regular public reporting, and firm accountability for errors or misconduct.

The credibility gap cannot be bridged by promises only by consistent integrity in action.

Next comes technology and competence.

The digital tools deployed to secure the vote must work reliably. Before the next election cycle, INEC should conduct independent audits of BVAS and IReV, strengthen cybersecurity, and retrain staff.

In an era of digital politics, technical failure equals democratic failure.

Amupitan must also pursue legal reform and enforcement.

As a Senior Advocate, he understands that without deterrence, electoral offences will persist.

The proposed Electoral Offences Commission should be fast-tracked to ensure that vote buyers, result manipulators, and violent actors face real consequences.

Operationally, INEC must fix its logistical inefficiencies the recurring problems of late material delivery, staff shortages, and insecurity at polling units.

These are not just administrative flaws; they shape national credibility.

Transparent procurement, improved planning, and coordination with security agencies will be vital.

Equally important is voter education and inclusion.

Turnout in 2023 fell below 30 percent a warning sign for democracy.

Reversing that trend requires continuous civic education, especially among youth and rural populations. INEC must work with civil society, media, and the National Orientation Agency to make voter enlightenment a year-round exercise, not a last minute campaign.

INEC’s success depends on freedom from political interference.

Amupitan must safeguard the commission’s autonomy through transparent decision making, merit based staffing, and strict neutrality in all dealings with political parties.

In less than two years, the new chairman must rebuild structures, test systems, and restore confidence.

His first hundred days should focus on a post-election audit, broad consultations, and a reform roadmap with measurable goals.

Professor Amupitan’s appointment offers a rare chance for renewal. If he combines his legal intellect with courage and openness, he could reshape Nigeria’s electoral story.

But if he succumbs to old habits and political influence, public cynicism will only deepen.

In the end, his legacy will not be measured by how smoothly elections are conducted, but by how faithfully he protects the sanctity of the people’s vote.

Yusuf Muhd Inuwa is a journalist and political analyst writes on governance, democracy, and public accountability.
Email muhdyussy25@gmail.com