IGP DISU APPOINTS CSP ANIETIE INIEDU AS NEW FORCE PUBLIC RELATIONS OFFICER
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By ‘Sefiu Ajape
The Inspector-General of Police, IGP Olatunji Rilwan Disu, has approved the appointment of CSP Anietie Okokon Edem Iniedu as the new Force Public Relations Officer (FPRO) of the Nigeria Police Force.
The appointment was announced in a statement issued on Friday by the outgoing Force Public Relations Officer, DCP Anthony Okon Placid.
According to the statement, CSP Iniedu is an experienced police officer with a background in public communication, operational policing, intelligence management, institutional accountability, and administration.
A native of Etinan Local Government Area of Akwa Ibom State, he holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Pure Chemistry from the University of Uyo and has undergone several professional trainings in investigative interviewing, crime scene management, human rights-based policing, strategic communication, and intelligence analysis.
Prior to his appointment, he served as Head of the Complaint Response Unit (CRU) at the Force Headquarters, Abuja, where he coordinated public complaint management and led initiatives aimed at strengthening transparency, accountability, and public trust in the Nigeria Police Force.
He also previously served as Public Relations Officer of the Police College of Information Technology, Kobape, Ogun State, among other operational and administrative assignments across the country.
CSP Iniedu has held several strategic positions within the Force, including Operations Officer, Maisandari Division, Yobe State Command; Area Crime Officer, Umuahia Area Command, Abia State; Staff Officer, IGP Secretariat, Force Headquarters; Second-in-Command, 50 Police Mobile Force Squadron, Kubwa; and Officer-in-Charge of the Force Headquarters Situation Room.
The statement noted that the Inspector-General of Police expressed confidence in the new Force spokesperson’s ability to lead the Force Public Relations Department, stating that his experience and professional background would further strengthen the Force’s strategic communication efforts and enhance public engagement.
The police leadership said the appointment is expected to support ongoing policing reforms and improve communication between the Nigeria Police Force and members of the public.
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