The Inspector-General of Police, Olatunji Disu, has approved the appointment of Chief Superintendent of Police (CSP) Anietie Okokon Edem Iniedu as the new Force Public Relations Officer (FPRO), replacing DCP Anthony Okon Placid after about three months in the role.
The appointment marks a significant change in the leadership of the Nigeria Police Force’s public communications department, with Iniedu expected to oversee the force’s media relations, public engagement, and dissemination of information on policing activities across the country.
According to a statement issued by the Force Headquarters, the appointment is part of ongoing efforts by the police leadership to strengthen strategic communication, enhance public trust, and improve the flow of information between the force and members of the public.
CSP Iniedu, a seasoned police officer with years of experience in law enforcement and public communication, is expected to bring his expertise to bear in managing the image of the Nigeria Police Force at a time when the institution faces increasing public scrutiny over security challenges and policing reforms.
Before his appointment, Iniedu served in various operational and administrative capacities within the force, earning recognition for his professionalism and dedication to duty. His emergence as the new police spokesperson places him at the forefront of communicating the force’s policies, operations, and responses to national security issues.
The outgoing spokesperson, Adejobi, had served as the public face of the Nigeria Police Force, regularly addressing the media on security developments, criminal investigations, and policy matters. During his tenure, he became one of the most visible police spokespersons in recent years, utilizing both traditional and digital media platforms to engage the public.
Police authorities expressed confidence that the new appointment would further strengthen the force’s commitment to transparency, accountability, and effective communication. They noted that strategic public relations remain critical to fostering cooperation between law enforcement agencies and citizens in addressing security concerns.
The leadership of the force also urged journalists, civil society organizations, and members of the public to extend the same level of cooperation and support to the new spokesperson in the discharge of his duties.
Security analysts say the position of Force Public Relations Officer has become increasingly important in recent years as public demand for timely and accurate information on security matters continues to grow. The office serves as a key link between the police and the public, helping to shape perceptions of the force and clarify its actions during critical incidents.
With his appointment, CSP Iniedu assumes responsibility for managing the police force’s public communication strategy and ensuring that information relating to law enforcement activities is effectively conveyed to Nigerians and the international community.
The appointment takes immediate effect, according to police authorities, as the new spokesperson begins the task of representing the force at a critical period in Nigeria’s security landscape.
