Olatunji Disu Rilwan (born April 13, 1966) is a high-ranking Nigerian police official and the 23rd Inspector General of Police (IGP) of the Nigeria Police Force. President Bola Ahmed Tinubu designated him as Acting Inspector General in February 2026, succeeding Kayode Egbetokun. Prior to this, Disu held the position of Commissioner of Police in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Abuja, and previously in Rivers State.
He also led the Intelligence Response Team (IRT) of the Force Intelligence Bureau, a position formerly occupied by Abba Kyari. Disu is recognized for his contributions in intelligence, anti-kidnapping initiatives, rapid-response police work, and community-centered reform. He possesses various academic qualifications, is an esteemed judoka, and is affiliated with multiple professional organizations. As of March 2026, he remains as IGP, focusing on internal security, crime reduction, and enhancing police welfare amid ongoing national issues.
Bio Update
Olatunji Disu was born on April 13, 1966, in Lagos Island, Lagos State, Nigeria. He was raised in a middle-class household and received his education in Lagos and Ogun State. Disu joined the Nigeria Police Force on May 18, 1992, after completing university. Over the span of thirty years, he advanced through the ranks, serving in various operational and intelligence positions across numerous states.
He gained prominence as the Commander of the Lagos State Rapid Response Squad (RRS) from June 2015 to August 2021. During this period, he rebranded the officers as “The Good Guys,” emphasized community interaction, and implemented innovative tactics such as crime mapping, hot-spot policing, and more noticeable patrols. Under his direction, the RRS received acclaim for assisting accident victims, aiding stranded drivers, and even transporting expectant mothers during the 2020 COVID-19 lockdown.
Disu subsequently ascended to Deputy Commissioner of Police in the Department of Operations at Force Headquarters in Abuja. In August 2021, then-IGP Usman Alkali Baba appointed him as head of the Intelligence Response Team (IRT), succeeding Abba Kyari. In this capacity, he oversaw numerous significant arrests, including those linked to fraud groups targeting bank accounts. He was elevated to Commissioner of Police by the Police Service Commission in March 2023. In early 2025, he functioned as Commissioner of Police in Rivers State before relocating to Abuja as FCT Commissioner. In February 2026, President Tinubu appointed him Acting Inspector General of Police following Egbetokun’s departure. As IGP, he has pledged to concentrate on intelligence-led policing, enhanced officer welfare, and mitigating violent crime nationwide.
State
Olatunji Disu hails from Lagos State, Nigeria. He was born and raised on Lagos Island, pursued his education in Lagos and Ogun State, and obtained his university degrees in Lagos and Ondo State. He dedicated most of his early police career to southwestern Nigeria, including Lagos, Ogun, Ondo, and Oyo, before operating in other locations like Rivers State and Abuja. He remains closely linked to Lagos, where he gained recognition as RRS Commander.
Family
Olatunji Disu is married with children, but he maintains a private family life. Public sources do not disclose the names of his spouse or children, nor the exact number of his offspring. Disu has occasionally mentioned his family in interviews, particularly in discussions about work-life balance and the sacrifices that police personnel undertake, but he refrains from revealing personal details to safeguard their privacy. As of March 2026, there have been no significant public controversies or news concerning his family.
Wife
Olatunji Disu is married, yet there is scant public information regarding his wife. Senior Nigerian police officials often keep their spouses and families away from the media for reasons of security and privacy. There are no official announcements, interviews, or reports naming his wife or providing details about her. Disu has not elaborated on his marriage, opting to emphasize his professional duties during public appearances and interviews.
Religion
Olatunji Disu is a practicing Muslim. His middle name, “Rilwan,” originates from Arabic and is prevalent among Nigerian Muslims. He has participated in formal events and ceremonies that embody Islamic principles, and his actions and public declarations reflect a disciplined, faith-oriented approach. However, religion is not a major focus in his public career; he prioritizes professionalism, community service, and national security over personal religious issues.
Career and More
Olatunji Disu joined the Nigeria Police Force in May 1992 following his graduation from Lagos State University. He began as a Divisional Police Officer (DPO) in Ago-Iwoye (Ogun State), Ikare, and Owo (Ondo State), and later in Elelenwo and Elimbu (Rivers State). He directed SARS and anti-kidnapping units in Rivers State, commanded SARS in Ondo, Oyo, and Rivers States, and served as second-in-command at the State Criminal Investigation Department (CID) in Rivers State.
In 2005, he led Nigeria’s inaugural police contingent to the African Union Mission in Sudan (AMIS) in Darfur, serving as Chief of Staff until 2006. From 2015 to 2021, he headed the Lagos State Rapid Response Squad (RRS), where he received accolades for community policing, swift response, and officer rebranding. He was Deputy Commissioner of Police (Operations) at Force Headquarters before assuming leadership of the Intelligence Response Team (IRT) in August 2021. After being promoted to Commissioner of Police in March 2023, he served in Rivers State and subsequently in FCT Abuja before his appointment as Acting Inspector General of Police in February 2026.
Disu is a member of professional organizations such as the International Association of Chiefs of Police, the Nigerian Institute of Public Relations (NIPR), the Chartered Institute of Personnel Management (CIPM), the International Institute of Certified Forensic Investigation Professionals, the International Academy of Forensics, and the National Association of Investigative Specialists (USA). He is also an adept judoka, having secured multiple medals, including silver at the 33rd U.S. Open Judo Championship (2022) in the veteran -100 kg category. He has served as Chairman of the Lagos State Judo Association and currently holds the title of Patron of the Nigerian Police Judo Association.
Profile Summary
| Full Name | Olatunji Disu Rilwan |
| Date of Birth | April 13, 1966 |
| Age (March 2026) | 59 |
| State of Origin | Lagos State, Nigeria |
| Religion | Islam |
| Wife | Married (name and details kept confidential) |
| Children | Has children (number and names not shared publicly) |
| Education | B.A. English Education (LASU), PGD International Relations (LASU), M.P.A. (Adekunle Ajasin University), M.Sc. Criminology/Security/Legal Psychology (LASU) |
| Key Career Roles | DPO in multiple states; SARS Commander (various states); RRS Commander Lagos (2015–2021); Head of IRT (2021); CP Rivers & FCT; Acting IGP (Feb 2026–present) |
| Notable Achievements | Led Nigeria’s first AMIS contingent (Sudan 2005); reformed Lagos RRS; multiple judo medals; professional body memberships |
| Net Worth | Not publicly disclosed (senior public servant salary + allowances) |
