Former RRS Commander Yinka Egbeyemi Elevated to Assistant Commissioner of Police

The Police Service Commission (PSC) has announced the promotion of Yinka Egbeyemi, former Commander of the Lagos Rapid Response Squad (RRS), to the esteemed rank of Assistant Commissioner of Police (ACP). This advancement is part of a broader elevation of 219 senior police officers, reflecting the commission’s commitment to recognizing and rewarding exemplary service within the Nigeria Police Force.

Yinka Egbeyemi’s law enforcement career is marked by a series of significant leadership roles that have substantially contributed to public safety and order in Lagos State. Prior to his promotion, Egbeyemi served as the Commander of the Lagos State Task Force on Environmental and Special Offences, where he was instrumental in enforcing environmental laws and curbing special offenses across the state.

His tenure as the RRS Commander further solidified his reputation for operational excellence and proactive crime prevention strategies. Currently, Egbeyemi holds the position of Commander Raider at the State Criminal Investigation Department (SCID), Panti, Lagos, where he continues to demonstrate unwavering dedication to law enforcement.

The PSC’s recent promotion exercise encompassed a wide array of elevations within the Nigeria Police Force, underscoring the commission’s dedication to fostering a culture of meritocracy and professionalism. The promotions included:

• 20 Commissioners of Police elevated to Assistant Inspectors General of Police.
• 19 Deputy Commissioners promoted to Commissioners.
• 26 Assistant Commissioners advanced to Deputy Commissioners.
• 23 Chief Superintendents promoted to Assistant Commissioners.
• 13 Superintendents elevated to Chief Superintendents.
• 14 Deputy Superintendents advanced to Superintendents.
• 170 Assistant Superintendents promoted to Deputy Superintendents.

Notable Promotions Among Assistant Commissioners

Among the Assistant Commissioners promoted to Deputy Commissioners are several distinguished officers:

• Tarzan Yusuf Tsav, Area Commander, Irrua, Edo State, and former Area Commander, Uromi.
• Samantha Nansah Barko, ACP SCID, Bauchi State Command.
• Shehu Wase Abdullahi, Area Commander Kazaure, Jigawa State Command.
• Ajeigbe Olayinka, Area Commander, Area ‘M’ Idimu, Lagos.
• Abubakar Haruna, Area Commander, Metro, Jos, Plateau State.
• Elisha Daniel Bawa, ACP Operations, Kwara State Command.
• Ibrahim Abdul Ahmed, Area Commander, Katsina-Ala, Benue State.
• Williams Aboi Tawon, ACP Department of Finance and Administration, Zone 7, Abuja.
• Elija Sunny Dangana, ACP CID, Oyo State, ACP Provost, Force Headquarters, Lagos Annex, and ACP CID Maritime Command, Force Headquarters, Annex, Lagos.

The promotion exercise also saw the elevation of 23 Chief Superintendents to Assistant Commissioners, including:

• Ibrahim Kayode Ajanaku.
• Uduaku Bassey Edet.
• Kabir Afolabi Kazeem.
• Abubakar Mu’azu Dalhatu.
• Tudun-wada Munir Ahmad.
• Alhaji Bello Oro.
• Bashir Kachala.
• Egbeyemi Olayinka Saheed, former Commander of the Lagos State Task Force on Environmental and Special Offences, former Commander of the Rapid Response Squad, Lagos State, and Commander Raider, D9 Section of Lagos State CID, Panti Lagos.
• Theophilus Emeka Eze, DPO, Ihiala, Anambra State, and former DPO Ogbunike in the same state.

Egbeyemi’s promotion is anticipated to have a positive impact on policing strategies and public safety initiatives in Lagos State. His extensive experience in various command roles equips him with a comprehensive understanding of the security challenges unique to the region. As an ACP, Egbeyemi is expected to leverage his expertise to enhance operational effectiveness, foster community engagement, and implement innovative crime prevention measures.

The elevation of Yinka Egbeyemi to Assistant Commissioner of Police signifies the Nigeria Police Force’s recognition of his exemplary service and leadership. His promotion, alongside those of numerous other dedicated officers, reflects the PSC’s ongoing commitment to strengthening the force through merit-based advancements. As these officers assume their new ranks, their collective expertise and dedication are poised to contribute significantly to the enhancement of public safety and the advancement of policing standards across Nigeria.