The Inspector-General of Police, Olatunji Rilwan Disu, has approved the appointment of CSP Anietie Okokon Edem Iniedu as the new Force Public Relations Officer (FPRO) of the Nigeria Police Force.
CSP Iniedu, a native of Etinan Local Government Area of Akwa Ibom State, brings extensive experience in public communication, operational policing, intelligence management, administration, and institutional accountability to his new role.
He holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Pure Chemistry from the University of Uyo and has participated in several professional trainings covering investigative interviewing, crime scene management, strategic communication, intelligence analysis, and human rights-based policing.
Before his appointment, CSP Iniedu served as Head of the Complaint Response Unit (CRU) at the Force Headquarters in Abuja, where he coordinated public complaint management and championed initiatives aimed at promoting transparency, accountability, and public confidence in the Nigeria Police Force.
His previous assignments include serving as Public Relations Officer of the Police College of Information Technology, Kobape, Ogun State; Operations Officer at Maisandari Division in Yobe State; Area Crime Officer at Umuahia Area Command in Abia State; Staff Officer at the IGP Secretariat; and Second-in-Command of the 50 Police Mobile Force Squadron in Kubwa, Abuja.
He also served as Officer-in-Charge of the Force Headquarters Situation Room, where he supervised the coordination and dissemination of crime and security information across the country.
The Inspector-General of Police expressed confidence in CSP Iniedu's ability to lead the Force Public Relations Department, noting that his professional background and experience would strengthen the Force's communication strategy, public engagement efforts, and ongoing policing reforms.
Members of the public and media stakeholders can reach the new Force Public Relations Officer through the following channels:
Phone: 08128526154
X (formerly Twitter): @cspiniedu
The announcement was made by DCP Anthony Okon Placid, the outgoing Force Public Relations Officer, on June 19, 2026.
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