IGP Disu Honored at Lagos State Banquet, Reaffirms Commitment To Professional Policing
By Trek Africa Newspaper
Governor of Lagos State, Mr. Babajide Sanwo-Olu (right) and Inspector-General of Police, IGP Olatunji Disu during a State banquet in honour of the IGP, at the Parliament Building, Marina, Lagos, on Saturday, April 25, 2026…
The Inspector-General of Police, IGP Olatunji Rilwan Disu, psc(+), NPM, was on Saturday, 25th April 2026, honored at a colorful and emotionally resonant State Banquet held at the Lagos State House, Marina, Lagos State, following his appointment as the 23rd Indigenous and 33rd Inspector-General of Police of the Federal Republic of Nigeria.
L-R: Inspector-General of Police, IGP Olatunji Disu with Governor of Lagos State, Mr. Babajide Sanwo-Olu at the Lagos House, Marina, on Saturday, April 25, 2026…
The Lagos State Government, led by Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu, hosted the event, which brought together dignitaries, senior officials, security stakeholders, and members of the public to celebrate a leader whose career reflects discipline, service, and excellence.
Governor Sanwo-Olu described the IGP as a product of Lagos, shaped by its communities and institutions, and defined by a strong commitment to service. He emphasized that the honor recognized a legacy of leadership, especially during Disu’s tenure as Commander of the Rapid Response Squad in Lagos.
L-R: Chief Judge of Lagos State, Hon. Justice Kazeem Alogba; Deputy Governor, Dr. Obafemi Hamzat; the First Lady of Lagos State, Dr. Ibijoke Sanwo-Olu; Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu; wife of the Inspector-General of Police, Mrs. Mutiat Disu; IGP Olatunji Disu and the Speaker, Lagos House of Assembly, Rt. Hon. Mudashiru Obasa during a State banquet in honour of the IGP, at the Parliament Building, Marina, Lagos, on Saturday, April 25, 2026…
The Inspector-General expressed gratitude to the Government and people of Lagos State for the warm reception, describing the event as a personal homecoming. He reflected on his years of service in Lagos and reaffirmed his commitment to restoring trust, upholding professionalism, and strengthening community partnerships in policing nationwide.
The IGP pledged to strengthen collaboration between the Nigeria Police Force, the Lagos State Government, and key security stakeholders such as the Lagos State Security Trust Fund to maintain safety and stability across the state and nation. He urged all Nigerians to support law enforcement, emphasizing that security is a shared responsibility involving government, the private sector, civil society, and citizens.
The event highlighted the strong relationship between Lagos State and the Inspector-General, reflecting their shared commitment to service, leadership, and national development.
Governor of Lagos State, Mr. Babajide Sanwo-Olu; wife of the Inspector-General of Police, Mrs. Mutiat Disu and IGP Olatunji Disu, checking out the JUDO outfits during a State banquet in honour of the IGP, at the Parliament Building, Marina, Lagos, on Saturday, April 25, 2026.R-L: Governor of Lagos State, Mr. Babajide Sanwo-Olu; Executive Secretary/CEO, Lagos State Security Trust Fund, LSSTF, Dr. Ayo Ogunsan; wife of the Inspector-General of Police, Mrs. Mutiat Disu and IGP Olatunji Disu, checking the Police Station Reception during a State banquet in honour of the IGP, at the Parliament Building, Marina, Lagos, on Saturday, April 25, 2026.Wife of the Inspector-General of Police, Mrs. Mutiat Disu; IGP Olatunji Disu; Governor of Lagos State, Mr. Babajide Sanwo-Olu; the First Lady of Lagos State, Dr. Ibijoke Sanwo-Olu; Dr. Mrs. Ajoke Ogunsan; Executive Secretary/CEO, LSSTF, Dr. Ayo Ogunsan and others during a State banquet in honour of the IGP, at the Parliament Building, Marina, Lagos, on Saturday, April 25, 2026.Inspector General of Police, IGP Olatunji Disu with Members of JUDO during a State banquet in honour of the IGP, at the Parliament Building, Marina, Lagos, on Saturday, April 25, 2026.Governor of Lagos State, Mr. Babajide Sanwo-Olu, flanked by the First Lady, Dr. Ibijoke Sanwo-Olu (left); Deputy Governor, Dr. Obafemi Hamzat (second left); Chief Judge of the State, Hon. Justice Kazeem Alogba (third left); Inspector-General of Police, IGP Olatunji Disu (right); his wife, Mrs. Mutiat Disu (second right); the Speaker, Lagos House of Assembly, Rt. Hon. Mudashiru Obasa (third right) and others during a State banquet in honour of the IGP, at the Parliament Building, Marina, Lagos, on Saturday, April 25, 2026.Governor of Lagos State, Mr. Babajide Sanwo-Olu, flanked by the First Lady, Dr. Ibijoke Sanwo-Olu (left); Deputy Governor, Dr. Obafemi Hamzat (second left); Chief Judge of the State, Hon. Justice Kazeem Alogba (third left); Inspector-General of Police, IGP Olatunji Disu (right); his wife, Mrs. Mutiat Disu (second right); the Speaker, Lagos House of Assembly, Rt. Hon. Mudashiru Obasa (third right) and others during a State banquet in honour of the IGP, at the Parliament Building, Marina, Lagos, on Saturday, April 25, 2026.Inspector General of Police, IGP Olatunji Disu, checking the Police Station Reception during a State banquet in honour of the IGP, at the Parliament Building, Marina, Lagos, on Saturday, April 25, 2026
