The Inspector General of Police, IGP Olukayode Adeolu Egbetokun, Ph.D., NPM, with profound sorrow, announces the peaceful passing of retired Assistant Inspector General of Police, AIG Okoye Ikemefuna, on the 7th of January, 2024.
The announcement comes as a somber moment for the Nigeria Police Force, as we mourn the loss of a distinguished law enforcement officer.
In a statement, the Force Public Relations Officer, ACP Olumuyiwa Adejobi, the IGP expressed the Inspector General’s sincere condolences to the bereaved, emphasizing the collective mourning of the entire force. May the soul of AIG Okoye R. Ikemefuna RTD rest in peace.
Born on 15th June 1955, AIG Okoye Ikemefuna joined the Nigeria Police Force in 1984 as a Cadet ASP. Throughout his remarkable career, he exhibited unwavering dedication and distinction, leaving an indelible mark on the law enforcement community. Notably, his commitment to duty shone brightly during his tenures as the Commissioner of Police for Ogun State from 2010 to 2014 and as the Assistant Inspector General of Police for Zone 11 in Osogbo in 2015.
The hearts of the Nigeria Police Force are heavy with grief as we extend our heartfelt condolences to the family, friends, and colleagues of the late AIG Okoye R. Ikemefuna RTD during this difficult time. The Inspector General of Police, IGP Olukayode Adeolu Egbetokun, prays for solace and strength for all those affected by this loss.
