The Nigeria Police Force has confirmed the death of Assistant Inspector-General of Police, Kanayo V. Uzuegbu.
AIG Uzuegbu dedicated over 30 years to the Nigeria Police Force, during which he was recognised for his professionalism, distinction and commitment to public safety.
Hailing from the Umuaka Community in Njaba Local Government Area of Imo State, he began his career in the Force in 1992 as a Cadet Assistant Superintendent of Police after training at the Police Academy, Kaduna.
He earned a Bachelor of Arts (Hons) in Philosophy from the University of Port Harcourt, a Higher Diploma in Strategic Studies from the University of Maiduguri, and a Master of Science in Peace Studies and Conflict Resolution from the University of Nigeria. He also underwent professional training in counter-terrorism, human rights, the law of armed conflict and strategic leadership.
AIG Uzuegbu rose through the ranks, serving in various command and administrative capacities across several state and zonal commands, as well as at the Force Headquarters in Abuja.
His notable appointments included Squadron Commander, No. 15 PMF, Ilorin; Area Commander, Owerri and Karu; Director, Central Planning and Training Unit, Police Staff College, Jos; Commissioner of Police, Operations Communication, Force Headquarters; and Commissioner of Police, Enugu State Command.
He also served as Commander of Sector 8 of the African Union Peacekeeping Mission in El-Daein, Darfur, Sudan.
In a statement issued by DCP Anthony Okon Placid, the leadership of the Force expressed its heartfelt condolences to the family of the late AIG Uzuegbu, describing him as an officer who brought honour to the Force and served the nation with admirable dedication.
The Nigeria Police Force prayed for Almighty God to grant his soul eternal rest and give his family the strength to bear the loss.
