IGP APPOINTS MOSHOOD AS NEW LAGOS STATE POLICE COMMISSIONER TO STRENGTHEN SECURITY AND COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT
Inspector-General of Police, Kayode Adeolu Egbetokun, has approved the appointment of Moshood as the new Commissioner of Police (CP) for Lagos State, Nigeria’s commercial hub. The posting forms part of a wider transfer and redeployment of senior officers across the Nigeria Police Force (NPF) aimed at improving operational effectiveness nationwide.
CP Moshood assumes office at a time when Lagos faces rising population pressures and complex security challenges. His extensive law enforcement experience is expected to support proactive strategies to maintain peace, reduce crime, and enhance community policing.
A statement from the Force spokesperson noted Moshood’s service record and leadership readiness, affirming confidence in his ability to deliver effective policing and foster strong relationships between the police and residents.
Moshood succeeds the outgoing commissioner following the administrative rotation carried out by the IGP. The leadership change is designed to refresh strategies, address emerging security trends, and strengthen collaboration between divisional and tactical units to combat theft, robbery, traffic offences, and other crimes impacting residents and businesses.
Community leaders have welcomed the appointment, expressing readiness to work closely with CP Moshood to improve neighbourhood safety and build trust between citizens and law enforcement.
The Nigeria Police Force emphasized that ongoing reforms will focus on intelligence-led policing, faster response times, and deeper partnerships with communities to boost public confidence.
CP Moshood’s career spans various leadership roles across commands and specialised units, equipping him to navigate Lagos’s complex security landscape. Beyond crime control, he plans to advance community outreach, youth empowerment, and public safety education, promoting shared responsibility between the police and the public.
The appointment reflects the IGP’s commitment to deploying capable leaders to strategic commands nationwide, underscoring the importance of strong police leadership in Nigeria’s largest city as Lagos continues to grow as an economic and cultural hub.
Read the full details of CP Moshood’s vision and plans for Lagos State policing.
