The Nigeria Police Force has appointed CSP Giwa Aliyu as its new Force Public Relations Officer (FPRO), replacing ACP Benjamin Hundeyin. Giwa, a cybersecurity specialist, brings extensive experience to the role, having served as Assistant Police Force Public Relations Officer and in various other capacities .
CSP Giwa steps into this position following the recent restructuring within the Force under the leadership of the Inspector General of Police, IGP Tunji Disu, and he replaces ACP Benjamin Hundeyin, who held the role for about six months.
Those who understand the internal workings of policing know that the role of Force Public Relations Officer is not just about speaking to the media. It is about representing the credibility of the entire institution. It requires intelligence, composure, strategic communication, and the ability to respond to national issues with clarity and authority.
From all indications, CSP Giwa is more than prepared for that responsibility.
Many who worked with him during his tenure as PRO in Lagos State still speak about his professionalism, composure, and exceptional performance. He was not just visible. He was effective.
But what makes this appointment even more interesting is the depth of his professional background.
CSP Giwa is not only a police officer. He is also a cybersecurity specialist currently serving at the Nigeria Police Force National Cybercrime Centre. In an era where crime has rapidly moved into the digital space, having someone with this level of expertise speaking for the Force is both timely and strategic.
Academically and professionally, his credentials speak for themselves.
He holds a B.Sc. in Physics from the University of Maiduguri, and he has built an impressive portfolio of international certifications including:
• Certified Anti Money Laundering Specialist (CAMS)
• Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH)
• Associate Member, International Compliance Association
• Associate Member, ACAMS
• Certification in Telecommunication Fraud from Zhejiang Police College
These are not ordinary credentials. These are the kinds of qualifications that position an officer to understand the evolving nature of modern crime.
His experience within the Force is equally extensive. Over the years he has served in several strategic roles, including:
• Assistant Force Public Relations Officer in Lagos
• Deputy Police Public Relations Officer, Lagos State
• Public Relations Officer, Nigeria Police Cooperative Multi Purpose Society
• Personal Assistant to the Assistant Inspector General of Police
• Police Assistant to the Deputy Inspector General of Police in charge of Logistics and Supply
Each of these roles contributed to building the experience and discipline required for national responsibility.
At just 40 years old, CSP A. Giwa represents a new generation of highly educated, technologically aware, and strategically minded police leadership.
0 Comments