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You Appointment Well Deserved, NAOSNP Hails Acting IGP Tunji Disu
The National Association of Online Security News Publishers (NAOSNP) has congratulated Tunji Disu on his career elevation to the peak, following his appointment as the Acting Inspector-General of Police by President Bola Tinubu.
Disu takes over from Kayode Egbetokun, who resigned to attend to family matters.
In a statement signed by the Association’s Public Relations Officer, Mr. Eric Elezuo, the group acknowledged the policing expertise of the new Acting IGP, noting that his appointment at this present time of the nation’s history is very well deserved, and will reduce crime and criminality to the barest minimum.
“The National Association of Online Security News Publishers (NAOSNP) is pleased to identify with the appointment of Tunji Disu as the new Acting Inspector-General of Police. His appointment is a typical example of a round peg in a round hole as a result of his policing intelligence, steadfastness on the job, integrity and unalloyed patriotism to both fatherland and the Police Force.
“We have followed your career trajectory, and can convincingly conclude that President Bola Tinubu couldn’t have made a better choice.
“While believing that you will bring your years of experience in policing to bear in this new assignment, we congratulate you for attaining to the peak of your career, and pledge our utmost commitment to assist wherever necessary as a security reporting association, desirous of seeing a crime-free Nigeria,” the statement noted.
Also appreciating the Acting IGP’s appointment, NAOSNP’s President, Mayor Samson Oki, lauded President Tinubu for the making the right choice in the person of Disu, stressing that it’s obvious that the number one cop will definitely deliver on his mandate of restoring peace and sanitizing the Force.
“Disu is a name synonymous with policing in this country, and he has proven his mettle in all positions and locations he has so far found himself in his almost 35 years of service.
“Sir, we congratulate you on this appointment, and wish you a most wonderful tenure,” Oki noted.
Until his appointment, Disu served as Assistant Inspector-General in charge of the Force Criminal Investigation Department (FCID) Annex, Alagbon, Lagos.
He was promoted to the rank of Assistant Inspector-General of Police last year.
Before then, he served as Commissioner of Police in Rivers State and was later deployed by Egbetokun to the FCT as commissioner.
The former AIG is a member of the International Association of Chiefs of Police and a former head of the Intelligence Response Team of the Nigeria Police Force, a position previously held by Abba Kyari.
Tunji Disu was born on April 13, 1966, in Lagos Island and enlisted in the Nigeria Police Force on May 18, 1992.
Over the course of his career, he has served as Divisional Police Officer (DPO) in several locations, including Ago Iwoye in Ogun State, Ikare and Owo in Ondo State, as well as Elimbu and Elelenwo in Rivers State.
Meanwhile, the Association salutes the efforts of the immediate past IGP Kayode Egbetokun, whose leadership affected Association in more ways than one.
“We further recall the desirable leadership advantage perpetrated by the immediate past IGP, Kayode Egbetokun. I thank you for giving your best yo the nation, and to the profession you loved so much.
“Once and again, you had reached out to the Association, including attending our National Security Conference as a guest speaker, through the then Force Public Relations Officer, Muyiwa Adejobi,” the statement further stressed.
Acting IGP Tunji Disu has since assumed office.
The Ooni of Ife, Adeyeye Ogunwusi, has announced the birth of twin princes with his wife Mariam Ajibola, to the Royal House of Oduduwa.
The monarch disclosed this in a post shared on his official Facebook page on Friday, expressing gratitude to God for the safe delivery of the children and the wellbeing of their mother.
“To God be all the glory and adoration for His wondrous works and abundant blessings once again.
The announcement has drawn congratulatory messages from admirers and members of the Yoruba royal institution celebrating the arrival of the newborn princes.
After his marriage to Naomi Silekunola ended, the Ooni married several queens within a short period in 2022.
Among the queens are Mariam Anako, Elizabeth Akinmuda, Tobiloba Phillips, Ashley Adegoke, Ronke Ademiluyi and Temitope Adesegun.
During celebrations marking his 48th birthday and seventh coronation anniversary, the monarch explained that his marriages were connected to the traditional heritage and responsibilities attached to the throne of Ile-Ife.
Nigerian entrepreneur, Femi Otedola, has reportedly acquired a mansion in London valued at £53 million, further strengthening the presence of wealthy Nigerian investors in the United Kingdom’s luxury property market.
According to a report by Bloomberg on Thursday, the property is located in St John’s Wood, one of London’s most exclusive residential districts situated close to Regent’s Park.
The report stated that the transaction was concluded late last year, citing a UK filing.
The mansion reportedly features 10 bedrooms alongside luxury facilities including a cinema, spa and cigar room. The property was previously placed on the market for £75 million in 2020, according to media reports.
Otedola is the chairman and majority shareholder of First HoldCo Plc, with business interests spanning finance, energy, shipping and insurance brokerage.
The acquisition comes amid sustained activity in London’s luxury real estate sector despite increased property taxes and adjustments to tax policies affecting foreign residents.
Prime areas such as St John’s Wood, Belgravia and Chelsea continue to attract ultra-wealthy buyers from across the world, with multimillion-pound transactions remaining common in the high-end housing market.
The latest purchase also adds to Otedola’s collection of luxury assets and reflects the continued attraction of London’s upscale neighbourhoods to affluent Nigerian businessmen and corporate executives.
In recent years, several Nigerian business figures have been associated with expensive property acquisitions in the UK capital.
In 2025, Roosevelt Ogbonna, the Chief Executive Officer of Access Bank, was also reported to have acquired a £15 million property in Hampstead, another affluent area in London popular among wealthy foreign investors.
St John’s Wood, where Otedola’s mansion is located, is widely known for its luxury detached homes, privacy and proximity to landmarks such as Regent’s Park and the Lord’s Cricket Ground.
Bloomberg
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Aare EmmanuelKing Congratulates Olofin of Ilisan Remo, Oba Sonuga, on 86th Birthday
The Borokinni of Ilishan Remo, Sir Aare Adetola EmmanuelKing KOF, has extended warm birthday felicitations to the Olofin of Ilisan Remo, His Royal Majesty, Oba (Dr.) Barr. Michael Olufemi Mojeed Sonuga Daniyan II, as the revered monarch celebrates his 86th birthday anniversary.
In a statement released to commemorate the royal father’s birthday, Aare Adetola EmmanuelKing described the monarch as a symbol of peace, wisdom, progress, and exemplary royal leadership, whose reign has continued to bring honor and development to Ilisan Remo.
According to him, since ascending the revered throne of his forefathers, the Olofin has consistently demonstrated purposeful leadership and unwavering commitment to the unity, growth, and cultural advancement of the kingdom, while fostering peace and harmony among the people.
He further noted that the monarch’s reign has inspired pride and confidence among indigenes of Ilisan Remo both at home and in the diaspora, adding that Kabiyesi’s dedication to community development and preservation of tradition remains highly commendable.
The Borokinni prayed for continued divine grace, sound health, long life, and greater wisdom for the royal father as he continues his impactful reign on the throne of his ancestors.
“On behalf of my family, associates, and well-wishers, I heartily congratulate His Royal Majesty, Oba (Dr.) Barr. Michael Olufemi Mojeed Sonuga Daniyan II, the Olofin of Ilisan Remo, on the joyous occasion of his 86th birthday. May Almighty God continue to strengthen Kabiyesi with peace, sound health, and many more years of fruitful reign,” he stated.
