The Force Criminal Intelligence and Investigation Department (FCID) Annex, Lagos, has welcomed a new leadership era as AIG Margaret Ochalla Agebe officially assumed office as the 54th Assistant Inspector General of Police (AIG). Her appointment follows the retirement of AIG Augustina N. Ogbodo (rtd), who served with distinction throughout her career in the Nigeria Police Force (NPF).
AIG Agebe, a native of Yala Local Government Area, Cross River State, brings a robust academic and professional background to her new role. She holds a Bachelor’s degree in Sociology from Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka, alongside a B.Sc. in Conflict Resolution and Refugee Management and a Master’s degree in Peace and Conflict Studies. Her extensive law enforcement experience positions her as a formidable force in tackling criminal intelligence and investigation challenges.
A Track Record of Excellence in Law Enforcement
Over the years, AIG Agebe has held several strategic positions within the NPF, including:
Personal Assistant to four Commissioners of Police in Anambra State
Officer In-Charge of the Monitoring Unit in Anambra
Team Leader of the IGP Monitoring Unit
Assistant Commissioner of Police (ACP) at the Force Gender Unit
Advisor to the Inspector General on Gender Issues
Commissioner of Police, Anti-Fraud Unit, FCID, Abuja
Commissioner of Police, Special Fraud Unit, Lagos
Her tenure at the Special Fraud Unit, Lagos, was particularly impactful, leading to her elevation to AIG at the Force Headquarters Annex, Lagos. There, she spearheaded initiatives that enhanced operational efficiency, strengthened investigative capabilities, and improved public trust in law enforcement.
AIG Agebe’s Commitment to Security and Justice
AIG Agebe has demonstrated a strong commitment to professional development, participating in numerous specialized courses that have sharpened her expertise in law enforcement, crime prevention, and intelligence gathering.
Her exceptional service has earned her several prestigious awards, including:
Global Women Hall of Fame (2017)
Africa Women Leadership Award (presented in South Africa by former Ghanaian President John Mahama)
National Security Award for Excellent Performance (by the Nigerian Senate Committee on Police Affairs)
Improving Access to Justice Award (presented by former Vice President Prof. Yemi Osinbajo, SAN)
Distinguished Global Amazon Award (Kigali, Rwanda)
Kwame Nkrumah Leadership Award of Excellence (2023)
International Security Service Award (ISO-SEC Switzerland & HSIIS UK, 2024)
National Crimewatch Lifetime Achievement Award (2024)
Her efforts in combating gender-based violence, fraud, and other criminal activities have cemented her reputation as a champion of justice, human rights, and national security.
A Call for Public Support in Crime Prevention
As she takes the helm at FCID Annex, Lagos, AIG Agebe has reiterated her commitment to strengthening security operations, urging citizens to collaborate with the Police in combating crime and upholding justice. She assured the public of her dedication to transparency, accountability, and operational effectiveness in line with the vision of the Inspector General of Police.
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