The Federal Capital Territory (FCT) has seen three different Commissioners of Police in just six months. Peter Opara became Commissioner in September 2024, but in October 2024, he was replaced by Olatuji Disu. Now, in March 2025, another officer, Ajoa Adewale, has taken over the position.
This constant change in leadership has left many people asking: Why is this happening?
Could Promotions Be the Reason?
One possible explanation is promotion. When police officers reach the stage where they are due for promotion, they may be elevated to a higher rank, such as Assistant Inspector General (AIG) of Police. If this is the case, it means Opara and Disu were promoted to bigger roles, leading to the appointment of new Commissioners in the FCT..
However, the police have not clearly explained the reason for these quick changes.
What Does This Mean for Abuja?
When leadership changes too often, it can cause problems in security planning. Each Commissioner may have new ideas and strategies, but before they can fully act on them, they are replaced. This can make it harder to fight crime and keep residents safe.
People in Abuja are hoping that Ajoa Adewale will have enough time to make a real impact on security in the city. With the frequent changes in police leadership, many worry that instability at the top could affect efforts to tackle crime effectively. Residents want a Commissioner who can implement long term strategies rather than someone who is quickly replaced before making a difference.
For now, all eyes are on Adewale to see if he will remain in office long enough to bring meaningful change or if Abuja will soon witness yet another shake up in police leadership.
