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• 08 Mar, 2026

CHECK OUT: Discover How to Work with Brands, Earn from Affiliate Links, and Tap into Ad Revenue -- Because Your Content Deserves to Pay Off. The Nigeria Police Force has confirmed the appointment of Deputy Commissioner of Police Anthony Placid as its new Force Public Relations Officer on March 8. His appointment follows the swearing-in of the new Inspector-General of Police, Olatunji Disu, marking a significant shake-up in the force. Here are 10 key facts about the new police spokesperson according to Benjamin Hundeyin: 1. Born in Akwa Ibom Anthony Placid was born on December 2, 1970, in Uyo, Akwa Ibom State. He hails from Mbiokporo Nsit in Nsit Ibom Local Government Area. 2. University of Uyo Graduate He holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Geography and Regional Planning from the University of Uyo. 3. Holds a Master's Degree in Diplomacy Placid furthered his education with a Master of Arts degree in Law and Diplomacy from the University of Jos. Placid began his career in the Nigeria Police Force as a Cadet Assistant Superintendent of Police at the Nigeria Police Academy in 1996. He was commissioned in August 1998. 6. Extensive International Training He has completed several professional and international courses, including the United Nations Peace Operations Specialised Training (POST). His certifications cover Police Studies, Military Studies, Gender Awareness, International Humanitarian Law, Human Rights and Civilian Protection. He also undertook the UNITAR Senior Leadership and Peacebuilding course in Kenya. 7. Experience in UN and AU Missions Placid has served in international missions such as Chief of Training at the African Union Mission in Sudan and Head of Training and Development at the United Nations Mission in Darfur. He also worked as an African Union Election Security Adviser. 8. Held Several Policing Positions in Nigeria Within Nigeria, he has served in multiple roles including: 9. Member of NIPSS Placid is a graduate of the Senior Executive Course 47 of the National Institute for Policy and Strategic Studies. He was inducted as a Member of the National Institute (mni) on December 13, 2025. 10. Family and Personal Interests Beyond his professional life, Placid is married with children. He enjoys listening to music and playing sports such as football, basketball, table tennis and badminton. Legit.ng earlier reported that Nigeria's new acting Inspector‑General of Police (IGP), Tunji Disu, has set out a clear six‑point agenda for his administration. In a video shared by Police PRO Benjamin Hundeyin, Disu stated that his tenure will focus on professionalism, modernism, accountability, integrity, community partnership, and trust. Source: https://www.legit.ng/nigeria/1700191-anthony-placid-nigerias-police-spokesperson/