Police Hail Makinde’s Security Adviser Owoseni On Conferment Of Islamic Title

The Nigeria Police Force (NPF) has hailed retired Commissioner of Police, CP Fatai A. Owoseni, on his conferment with the traditional title of Atunluse-Ilu Adini of Oyo State.

Owoseni is currently the Special Adviser on Security to Oyo State governor, Engr. Seyi Makinde, and also doubles as the Executive Secretary of the Oyo State Security Trust Fund.

The former Police Chief was honoured by the Chief Imam of Ibadanland and the League of Imams and Alfas of Oyo State in recognition of his service to the nation and contributions to peace and security.

In a statement issued on Saturday and signed by the Force Public Relations Officer (FPRO), CSP Benjamin Hundeyin, the Nigeria Police Headquarters described the conferment as a fitting recognition of Owoseni’s exemplary leadership, integrity and dedication to service.

“The honour, in recognition of his enduring service to the nation and contributions to peace and security, will be cherished as a confirmation of his exemplary leadership, dedication to community development, and firm commitment to the values of integrity and service.”

The statement noted that Owoseni spent over 35 years in the Nigeria Police Force, rising through the ranks to become a Commissioner of Police, with postings across several state commands, formations and departments, including Lagos and Benue State Commands, the Force Criminal Investigation Department (FCID) and the Department of Operations at the Force Headquarters in Abuja.

It added that the retired senior officer also served internationally on United Nations peacekeeping missions in Darfur, Sudan, and Angola, where he provided strategic advice on policing, security sector management and transitional operations.

According to the statement, Owoseni holds a Master’s degree in Strategic Studies (Security Sector Management) from the University of Ibadan and a Bachelor’s degree in International Studies and Diplomacy from the University of Benin, in addition to several international professional trainings in security, emergency management and conflict resolution.

“In retirement, he continues to shape public safety and policy as Special Adviser on Security and Executive Secretary of the Oyo State Security Trust Fund, security consultant to JAMB, principal partner at HK-George Consults Limited, and founder of the Ayesha-Nihinlola Foundation, through which he champions educational and social initiatives for vulnerable communities.”

“The Inspector-General of Police, IGP Kayode Adeolu Egbetokun, PhD, NPM, on behalf of the Nigeria Police Force, congratulates retired CP Fatai A. Owoseni on this remarkable recognition and wishes him continued good health, more fulfilments, and lasting impact in service to the people of Oyo State and Nigeria,” the statement added.