The Nigeria Police Force (NPF) has a new spokesman: Mr Anietie Okokon Edem Iniedu, a Chief Superintendent of Police (CSP).
He is to replace Mr Anthony Okon Placid, a Deputy Commissioner of Police (DCP).
The change of guard was approved by the Inspector General of Police (IGP), Mr Tunji Disu.
In a statement on Friday, it was disclosed that the new Force Public Relations Officer of the police has extensive experience in public communication, operational policing, intelligence management, institutional accountability, and administration.
The IGP expressed confidence in his capacity to lead the Force Public Relations Department, noting that his experience and professional background will further enhance the agency’s strategic communication efforts and strengthen public engagement in support of ongoing policing reforms and operational successes.
A native of Etinan Local Government Area of Akwa Ibom State, he holds a Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.) degree in Pure Chemistry from the University of Uyo and has undergone several professional trainings in investigative interviewing, crime scene management, human rights-based policing, strategic communication, and intelligence analysis.
Prior to his appointment, he served as Head of the Complaint Response Unit (CRU), Force Headquarters, Abuja, where he coordinated public complaint management and championed initiatives aimed at strengthening transparency, accountability, and public trust in the Nigeria Police Force. He also previously served as Public Relations Officer of the Police College of Information Technology, Kobape, Ogun State, among several operational and administrative appointments across the country.
CSP Iniedu has held key positions including Operations Officer, Maisandari Division, Yobe State Command; Area Crime Officer, Umuahia Area Command, Abia State; Staff Officer, IGP Secretariat, Force Headquarters; Second-in-Command, 50 Police Mobile Force Squadron, Kubwa; and Officer-in-Charge of the Force Headquarters Situation Room, where he supervised the coordination and dissemination of crime and security information nationwide.
He can be reached via 08128526154, and X (Formerly Twitter): @cspiniedu.