The Inspector-General of Police, Olatunji Disu, has approved the appointment of Chief Superintendent of Police, Anietie Okokon Edem Iniedu, as the new Force Public Relations Officer of the Nigeria Police Force.
The appointment, which was announced on Friday, comes barely three months after Deputy Commissioner of Police, Anthony Okon Placid, assumed office as the police spokesperson.
In a statement issued by Placid, Iniedu was described as a seasoned officer with extensive experience in public communication, intelligence management, operational policing, and institutional accountability.
According to the statement, the new FPRO hails from Etinan Local Government Area of Akwa Ibom State and holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Pure Chemistry from the University of Uyo.
It added that he has undergone several professional trainings in investigative interviewing, crime scene management, human rights-based policing, strategic communication, and intelligence analysis.
Prior to his appointment, Iniedu served as Head of the Complaint Response Unit at the Force Headquarters, Abuja, where he coordinated public complaint management and led initiatives aimed at strengthening transparency, accountability, and public trust in the police.
He also previously served as Public Relations Officer at the Police College of Information Technology, Kobape, Ogun State, among other operational and administrative roles across the country.
The statement further noted that Iniedu had held key positions, including Operations Officer at the Maisandari Division in Yobe State, Area Crime Officer at the Umuahia Area Command in Abia State, Staff Officer at the IGP Secretariat, and Second-in-Command of the 50 Police Mobile Force Squadron in Kubwa.
He was also Officer-in-Charge of the Force Headquarters Situation Room, where he supervised the coordination and dissemination of crime and security information nationwide.
The IGP expressed confidence in Iniedu’s capacity to lead the Force Public Relations Department, noting that his wealth of experience would strengthen the Force’s strategic communication and enhance public engagement in line with ongoing policing reforms.
Iniedu takes over from Placid, who was appointed on March 8, 2026, succeeding Benjamin Hundeyin.
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