Nigerian Police mourn death of AIG Kanayo Uzuegbu

Author: John Owen NwachukwuPublished on: June 5, 2026Country: Nigeria

Crime & Law

Nigerian Police mourn death of AIG Kanayo Uzuegbu

Assistant Inspector-General of Police Kanayo V. Uzuegbu has died after over 30 years of service in the Nigeria Police Force. A native of Umuaka in Imo State, he held several posts including Commander of the African Union Peacekeeping Mission in Darfur, Sudan. The Nigeria Police Force expressed condolences to his family, praising his dedication and professionalism.

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