Inspector-General of Police, IGP Olatunji Rilwan Disu, has appointed Chief Superintendent of Police, CSP, Anietie Okokon Edem Iniedu as the new Force Public Relations Officer, FPRO.
The appointment was announced in a statement on Friday by the outgoing FPRO, DCP Anthony Okon Placid.
A native of Etinan Local Government Area of Akwa Ibom State, Iniedu holds a degree in Pure Chemistry from the University of Uyo and has undergone several professional trainings in investigative interviewing, crime scene management, human rights-based policing, strategic communication and intelligence analysis.
Before his appointment, he headed the Complaint Response Unit, CRU, at the Force Headquarters, 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, and held other key positions, including Operations Officer in Yobe State, Area Crime Officer in Abia State, Second-in-Command of the 50 Police Mobile Force Squadron, 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.
Members of the public and media stakeholders can reach the new FPRO on 08128526154 and via his X handle, @cspiniedu.