The Minister of Justice, Lateef Fagbemi, says the continuous stay of Kayode Egbetokun, the Inspector-General of Police (IGP), in office is lawful.

Fagbemi in a statement yesterday, who noted that the advisory is necessary for public guidance, explained that the appointment of Egbetokun which took effect from October 31, 2023 should have come to an end on his attainment of 60 years of age on Sept. 4, 2024. However, before his retirement age, the Police Act was amended to allow the occupant of the office to remain and complete the original four year term granted under Section 7 (6) of the Act, notwithstanding the fact that he has attained the age of 60 years.

This has, therefore, statutorily extended the tenure of office of Egbetokun until October 31, 2027 in order to complete the four year tenure granted him.

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