Assistant Inspector-General of Police Ahmed Musa assumes duty as the 25th head of Police Zone 10 Headquarters in Sokoto, replacing AIG Augustine G. Grimah, who retires from the Nigeria Police Force. Multiple outlets report that Musa pledges to intensify efforts to address insecurity in the North-West, with a particular focus on banditry and kidnapping.
Zone 10 responsibility covers Sokoto, Kebbi and Zamfara states, where security challenges have included attacks by armed groups. The Punch adds that the Sokoto State security adviser urges the new AIG to further step up the fight against crime, reflecting local expectations for improved coordination and policing outcomes. Across the reports, the main differing emphasis is on the appointment details and official transition versus the specific security agenda Musa is expected to pursue, but both align on the new leadership taking charge and prioritising stronger regional security.
