Police unveil ultra-modern I-GP Olukayode Egbetokun Conference Hall in Lagos
The Zone 2 Police Command, Onikan, Lagos, unveiled the ultra-modern “I-GP Kayode Egbetokun Conference Hall” at the Lagos State Police Command headquarters in Ikeja, with senior police officers describing the facility as a symbol of visionary leadership, professionalism and institutional transformation within the Nigeria Police Force.
The multi-purpose hall, named after the 22nd retired indigenous Inspector-General of Police (I-GP) Mr Kayode Egbetokun, was unveiled by the Assistant Inspector-General of Police (AIG) in charge of Zone 2 Police Command, Mr Olohundare Jimoh on Friday.
Jimoh, who initiated the construction of the hall during his tenure as Commissioner of Police in Lagos State, successfully completed the project after his elevation to AIG in charge of Zone 2.
Speaking during the event, Jimoh described the edifice as more than just a physical structure, saying it represented progress, innovation and the commitment of the Nigeria Police Force (NPF) to strengthening operational effectiveness and administrative efficiency.
According to him, the facility stands as a testament to transformational leadership and strategic reforms initiated under the leadership of Egbetokun.
“This event is not just about the commissioning and unveiling of a physical edifice, but a celebration of visionary leadership, commitment to institutional development, strategic policing reforms and a legacy that will stand the test of time,” Jimoh said.
He stated that the hall would serve as a centre for operational planning, intelligence sharing, strategic meetings, policy formulation, training programmes, press briefings and collaborative security engagements aimed at enhancing public safety and national security.
The AIG commended Egbetokun for his leadership style, technology-driven policing initiatives and dedication to modernising the Force, adding that his reforms continued to inspire officers across the country.
Jimoh also appreciated officers, stakeholders and partners whose support contributed to the successful completion of the project.
In his opening remarks, the Commissioner of Police, Lagos State Command, Mr Fatai Tijani, described the completion of the project as another major milestone in the history of the command.
The CP reiterated that the project was designed to enhance operational capacity, personnel welfare and administrative efficiency within the command.
He recalled that the foundation-laying ceremony for the facility was performed on Nov. 7, 2025, by Egbetokun during his tenure as I-GP.
“The facility would provide a conducive working environment for officers and men while enhancing operational effectiveness, coordination and service delivery to the public,” he said.
Tijani, represented by the Deputy Commissioner of Police in charge of Operations, Mr Adesina Lawal, also commended Egbetokun for his unwavering support for infrastructural development and institutional reforms across police commands nationwide.
He urged officers and personnel of the command to ensure proper maintenance and effective utilisation of the facility, noting that it should continue to serve as a symbol of collaboration, discipline, professionalism and service to humanity.
Delivering his speech, Egbetokun, expressed delight at returning to commission the same project whose foundation he laid while serving as I-GP.
The immediate past I-GP described the conference hall as a legacy project that symbolised continuity, vision, leadership and institutional excellence.
The former police boss particularly commended Jimoh for his professionalism, calm disposition and exceptional leadership qualities.
He also reflected on Jimoh’s time as the CP of Lagos Command, recalling how innovative reorientation programmes introduced during his service helped improve discipline among officers and enhance the public perception of the police in the state.
Egbetokun narrated how his posting as Lagos Commissioner of Police in 2019 was unexpectedly reversed shortly before assumption of office, describing the experience as a temporary disappointment that later paved the way for greater opportunities.
“Life has taught me that sometimes our disappointments are not denials; they are simply redirections,” he said.
He urged younger officers to remain committed to professionalism, patience, perseverance, integrity and dedication to duty, assuring them that service rendered with honour would always be rewarded.
The retired I-G expressed hope that the conference hall would become a platform where strategic policing ideas, courageous decisions and professional collaborations capable of strengthening security in Nigeria would continue to emerge.
The event featured goodwill messages from retired senior police officers, inspection of the facility, and the formal unveiling of the conference centre plaque
Among those who delivered goodwill messages were former Inspector-General of Police, Mike Okiro; former Assistant Inspector-General of Police in charge of Zone 2, Durosimi Olatoye;
former Lagos State Commissioner of Police, Fatai Owoseni; and former Assistant Inspector-General of Police in charge of Zone 16, Adenola Johnson.
The event drew top-ranking serving and retired officers, stakeholders, members of the diplomatic corps, traditional rulers, and other distinguished guests.
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