On Thursday, the Attorney General of the Federation, Lateef Fagbemi, defended the continued tenure of Inspector General of Police, Kayode Egbetokun, stating that it is both legal and lawful.
In a statement he personally signed, Fagbemi clarified that Egbetokun’s appointment, which began on October 31, 2023, would remain valid until he reaches the age of 60 on September 4, 2024, at which point the appointment would end.
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“However, before his retirement age, the Police Act was amended to allow the occupant of the office to remain and complete the original four year term granted under Section 7 (6) of the Act, notwithstanding the fact that he has attained the age of 60 years
“This has, therefore, statutorily extended the tenure of office of Egbetokun to and including 31st day of October, 2027 in order to complete the four year tenure granted to him.
“For the avoidance of doubt, Egbetokun’s continuous stay in office is in line with the provisions of the Police Act amended in 2024 which allow the occupant of the office to enjoy a term of four years effective from the date of his appointment as IGP, in this case, 31st day of October 2023.”
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