The Inspector-General of Police, Olatunji Disu, has appointed Deputy Commissioner of Police Anthony Okon Placid as the new Force Public Relations Officer (FPRO) of the Nigeria Police Force. Placid replaces Assistant Commissioner of Police Benjamin Hundeyin, who served in the role since September 2025.
Placid, a seasoned officer with extensive experience in administration, operations, intelligence, training, and international peacekeeping, was born on December 2, 1970, in Uyo, Akwa Ibom State. He holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Geography and Regional Planning from the University of Uyo, a Master of Arts in Law and Diplomacy from the University of Jos, and studied Law at the National Open University of Nigeria.
He has served in various strategic roles within and outside Nigeria, including Police Public Relations Officer in Adamawa State, instructor at the Police Staff College in Jos, and Chief of Training for the African Union Mission in Sudan.
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