The Inspector-General of Police, IGP Olatunji Rilwan Disu, has approved the appointment of Chief Superintendent of Police, CSP Anietie Okokon Edem Iniedu, as the new Force Public Relations Officer (FPRO) of the Nigeria Police Force.
A statement issued on Friday by the Force spokesperson, DCP Anthony Okon Placid, described CSP Iniedu as a seasoned police officer with extensive experience in public communication, operational policing, intelligence management, institutional accountability and administration.
A native of Etinan Local Government Area of Akwa Ibom State, CSP Iniedu holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Pure Chemistry from the University of Uyo.
He has also undergone several professional trainings in investigative interviewing, crime scene management, human rights-based policing, strategic communication and intelligence analysis.
Before his appointment, CSP Iniedu served as Head of the Complaint Response Unit (CRU) at the Force Headquarters in Abuja, where he coordinated public complaint management and spearheaded initiatives aimed at promoting transparency, accountability and public trust in the Nigeria Police Force.
He also previously served as the Public Relations Officer of the Police College of Information Technology, Kobape, Ogun State, alongside several operational and administrative assignments across the country.
Throughout his career, CSP Iniedu has occupied key positions including Operations Officer at Maisandari Division in Yobe State Command, Area Crime Officer at Umuahia Area Command in Abia State, Staff Officer at the IGP Secretariat, Force Headquarters, Second-in-Command of the 50 Police Mobile Force Squadron in Kubwa, and Officer-in-Charge of the Force Headquarters Situation Room, where he supervised the coordination and dissemination of crime and security information nationwide.
The Inspector-General of Police expressed confidence in the new FPRO’s ability to lead the Force Public Relations Department, noting that his wealth of experience and professional background would strengthen the Force’s strategic communication efforts and deepen public engagement in support of ongoing policing reforms and operational achievements.
Members of the public and media stakeholders can reach the new Force Public Relations Officer through his official telephone line, 08128526154, and on X (formerly Twitter) via @cspiniedu.
