CP Tijani Fatai Assumes Duty as Lagos CP, Outlines Agenda • declares commitment to proactive, community-based and intelligence-led policing
By Oki O. Samson, Trek Africa Newspaper
The newly appointed Commissioner of Police in Lagos State Command, CP Tijani Fatai, today Thursday 26th March 2026 formally assumed office, declaring a firm commitment to proactive, intelligence-led policing while vowing that “criminal elements and violators of the law will find no safe haven in Lagos,” National Association of Online Security News Publishers, NAOSNP can report.
Speaking at his assumption of office ad 42nd Lagos CP, Tijani Fatai described his appointment as “not only a privilege but a call to service, responsibility, and accountability” to millions of residents who depend on the Nigeria Police for safety.
He expressed appreciation to the Inspector-General of Police, IGP Olatunji Rilwan Disu, for the confidence reposed in him, and commended his predecessor, AIG Olohundare Jimoh, for his contributions to maintaining law and order. “The Command will sustain and build upon the existing security architecture and operational strategies already emplaced,” he assured.
Acknowledging Lagos as Nigeria’s economic hub and a rapidly evolving megacity, Fatai noted that “a secure environment is fundamental to economic growth and public confidence,” stressing that the Command is prepared to meet emerging threats head-on.
He emphasized that policing under his leadership would be “proactive, intelligence-led, technology-driven, and community-based,” with renewed focus on public trust, youth engagement, and collaboration with stakeholders, including the media.
Reiterating his stance on professionalism, Fatai declared that “discipline, professionalism, and integrity will be non-negotiable,” adding that the Command maintains “zero tolerance for police brutality and all forms of unprofessional conduct.”
Urging residents to support security efforts, he said, “If you see something, say something. Security is a collective responsibility,” assuring that the Command would remain “committed, responsive, and accountable” in delivering a safer and more secure Lagos.
CP Fatai Tijani hails from Agege Local Government Area of Lagos State. He attended Anwar-ul-Islam College, Agege between 1979 and 1984. He holds a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) Degree in Philosophy from Ogun State University, now Olabisi Onabanjo University, Ago-Iwoye, Ogun State.
He enlisted in the Nigeria Police Force as a Cadet Assistant Superintendent of Police (ASP) on 10 June 1994. Until his recent posting, he served as: Commissioner of Police, Eastern Port, Port Harcourt; Deputy Commissioner of Police (DCP), Department of Operations, Maritime FHQ Annex Lagos and Lagos State Command Headquarters, Ikeja; Assistant Commissioner of Police (ACP), Department of Finance & Administration, Zone 2 Command, Onikan Lagos, Area Commander Ilaro, Ogun State, Maiduguri Metro, Borno State, Area C, Surulere, Lagos State, Squadron Commander 5 PMF, Benin, Edo State and 17PMF Akure; Officer-in-Charge, Homicide Section, SCID, Lagos; Divisional Police Officer (DPO) in Ogere, Ogun State, Ijanikin and Alakara, Lagos State. He is a member of the International Association of Chiefs of Police.
His track record of leadership, professionalism, and dedication to duty underscores his preparedness to steer the affairs of the Lagos State Police Command effectively.
Executive Secretary/CEO, Lagos State Security Trust Fund, LSSTF, Dr. Ayo Ogunsan and Members of the Police management team including DC Admin, DCP Khan Salihu; DC State CID, DCP Dayo Akinbisehin; AC Admin, ACP Mary Ayim; ACP Aka Shittu were present alongside Area Commanders, Tactical Squad Commanders, DPOs, Families, Friends of the new CP Fatai Tijani at the handover ceremony.
