IGP Disu Appoints CSP Anietie Iniedu as New Force Public Relations Officer
The Inspector-General of Police, Olatunji Rilwan Disu, has approved the appointment of Chief Superintendent of Police (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.
CSP Iniedu, a native of Etinan Local Government Area of Akwa Ibom State, brings to the position a wealth of experience in public communication, operational policing, intelligence management, institutional accountability, and administration.
He holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Pure Chemistry from University of Uyo and has attended several professional courses in investigative interviewing, crime scene management, human rights-based policing, strategic communication, and intelligence analysis.
Before his appointment, CSP Iniedu served as Head of the Complaint Response Unit (CRU) at the Force Headquarters, Abuja, where he coordinated public complaint management and spearheaded initiatives aimed at enhancing transparency, accountability, and public confidence in the Nigeria Police Force.
He had also served as Public Relations Officer of the Police College of Information Technology, Kobape, Ogun State, alongside several operational and administrative assignments across the country.
His previous postings include Operations Officer at Maisandari Division in Yobe State Command, Area Crime Officer at Umuahia Area Command in Abia State, Staff Officer at the IGP Secretariat, Force Headquarters, Second-in-Command of the 50 Police Mobile Force Squadron in Kubwa, and Officer-in-Charge of the Force Headquarters Situation Room.
In the latter role, he supervised the coordination and dissemination of crime and security information nationwide.
The Inspector-General of Police expressed confidence in CSP Iniedu’s ability to lead the Force Public Relations Department, noting that his extensive experience and professional background would strengthen the Force’s strategic communication efforts and deepen public engagement in support of ongoing policing reforms and operational achievements.
The appointment takes immediate effect.