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IGP Mourns Late DIG Joseph Obiajulu Egbunike

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3 years ago

March 9, 2022

The Nigeria Police announced the death of Deputy Inspector-General of Police (DIG), Mr Joseph Egbunike. A statement issued by the Police Headquarters, Abuja, said Egbunike, who recently headed the police panel that investigated allegations of fraud against Deputy Commissioner of Police (DCP), Abba Kyari, died at the National Hospital, Abuja, after a brief illness.

There were also reports that the late DIG slumped while on duty and was rushed to the hospital where he gave up the ghost. The Inspector-General of Police, Usman Alkali Baba, has commiserated with the family of the late Deputy Inspector-General of Police (DIG) Joseph Obiajulu.

Reacting to his death, IGP Usman Baba, via a statement by the acting Force spokesman, Olumuyiwa Adejobi, described Egbunike as a dedicated and seasoned police officer who served the nation in various capacities.

“DIG Egbunike was a dedicated and seasoned police officer who served the nation in various capacities, including as the Commissioner of Police in charge of Police Accounts and Budget. An officer with finesse and commitment to intellectual development and was instrumental to the achievements of the giant strides within the Police architecture,” IGP said.

Muyiwa further stated: “The Inspector-General of Police hereby condoles with the immediate family, relatives, and friends of the deceased DIG who passed away in active service of his fatherland and prays for the repose of his soul.”