The Inspector General of Police (IGP), Tunji Disu, has appointed Anietie Iniedu as the new Public Relations Officer (PRO) of the Nigeria Police Force, replacing Anthony Placid.
The appointment was announced in a statement on Friday by the outgoing Force Public Relations Officer, DCP Anthony Okon Placid.
Placid described 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, 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.
He takes over from Placid, who was appointed to the position in March 2026.
Before his appointment, Iniedu headed the Complaint Response Unit (CRU) at the Force Headquarters in Abuja, where he coordinated public complaint management and promoted transparency and accountability.
He previously served as Public Relations Officer of the Police College of Information Technology, Kobape, Ogun State. He also held key positions including Operations Officer in Yobe State, Area Crime Officer in Abia State, Second-in-Command of the 50 Police Mobile Force Squadron in Kubwa, and Officer-in-Charge of the Force Headquarters Situation Room.
The IGP expressed confidence in Iniedu’s ability to lead the Force Public Relations Department, saying his experience would strengthen the Force’s strategic communication and public engagement efforts.
