The Inspector-General of Police, IGP Olatunji Rilwan Disu, has approved the appointment of CSP Anietie Okokon Edem Iniedu as the new Force Public Relations Officer (FPRO) of the Nigeria Police Force.
The appointment was announced on Friday in a statement issued by the outgoing Force Public Relations Officer, DCP Anthony Okon Placid.
CSP Iniedu, a native of Etinan Local Government Area of Akwa Ibom State, is a seasoned police officer with extensive experience in public communication, operational policing, intelligence management, institutional accountability and administration.
He holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Pure Chemistry from the University of Uyo and has participated in several professional trainings covering 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 led initiatives aimed at strengthening transparency, accountability and public trust in the Nigeria Police Force.
He previously served as Public Relations Officer of the Police College of Information Technology, Kobape, Ogun State, and has held several operational and administrative positions across the country.
His previous assignments include Operations Officer at Maisandari Division in Yobe State, 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.
The Inspector-General of Police expressed confidence in CSP Iniedu’s ability to lead the Force Public Relations Department, noting that his wealth of experience and professional background would further strengthen the Force’s strategic communication efforts and enhance public engagement in support of ongoing policing reforms and operational successes.
