Former IGP Reveals: The People I Disliked Most Were In The Police

Former IGP Reveals: The People I Disliked Most Were In The Police

In a recent interview commemorating his 75th birthday, Okiro, the 13th Inspector General of Police (IGP), reflected on his unexpected entry into the police force. Contrary to his childhood aspirations, Okiro revealed that he never intended to join the Nigeria Police Force (NPF). His views on law enforcement evolved during his time as a student activist at the University of Ibadan (UI), where he actively opposed police actions that he perceived as hindering student activism……. CONTINUE READING

As the current chairman of the Police Service Commission (PSC), Okiro recounted numerous challenges his team faced from the police, which often obstructed their perceived responsibilities. Speaking to The Sun, he expressed gratitude for his career path, stating, “Becoming an IGP was by God’s grace. Joining the police was unexpected. Growing up, I had minimal interaction with them; my father was a civil servant. As a student activist, I clashed with the police, opposing their interference with our protests against injustice.”

Okiro’s journey into law enforcement, driven by curiosity and a sense of adventure, led him to become the Inspector General of Police through what he described as God’s providence and blessing. Following his retirement at the mandatory age of 60, he now celebrates his 75th year, reflecting on his remarkable career trajectory.