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The official reason given for IGP Kayode Egbetokun’s resignation is “pressing family considerations”, but sources suggest a more complex reality. Multiple Presidency sources indicate he was asked to step aside, pointing to policy disagreements and pressure points.
Key issues reportedly contributing to his exit include:
- Disagreement on state police reform
- Sluggish implementation of VIP security withdrawal
- Press freedom backlash and journalist harassment
- Activist pressure, particularly from Omoyele Sowore
- Media relations concerns and restricted access
Egbetokun’s tenure saw increased insecurity, including mass abductions and highway killings, raising questions about police effectiveness.
The Presidency maintains stability narratives, but off-record disclosures suggest policy friction and strategic recalibration.
