In what some Nigerians argue was like standing logic on its head, Nigeria Police spokesperson, Muyiwa Adejobi says President Bola Tinubu did not extend the tenure of the Inspector-General of Police (IGP), Kayode Egbetokun.
Hiding under some legalistic subterfuge he argues, “the President gave his approval to the law governing the tenure of the office as required.”
In a statement on Friday, Force spokesperson, Muyiwa Adejobi, said the IGP’s appointment is for four years.
“The attention of the Nigeria Police Force has been drawn to various misleading reports and misinterpretations concerning the tenure of the Inspector General of Police, and wishes to categorically state that what President Bola Tinubu approved for the IGP is not an extension of tenure, but rather the proper application of the law governing the tenure of the office of the IGP,” the statement read.
“Contrary to the misinformation being circulated on social media and in the news, an appointment letter in circulation was issued to the IGP shortly after his appointment was confirmed by the Police Council.
“This letter, dated 3rd November 2023, clearly stated that the President had approved a four-year tenure for the IGP in accordance with the provisions of Section 215(a) and Section 28(c) of the Third Schedule of the Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, 1999 (as amended).”
The question some experts on service matters ask is whether it is possible for Mr. Egbotokun to still function in the office of Inspector General Police after his career life in the Nigeria Police Force had expired?
