CP Akaninyene Ezima is Police National Cybercrime Centre’s New Director

Linus Aleke in Abuja

The Nigeria Police Force has appointed CP Akaninyene Ezima as the new Director of the National Cybercrime Centre (NPF-NCCC) in Abuja, following approval by the Inspector-General of Police, Olatunji Disu.

The appointment positions him at the helm of the Force’s strategic response to cybercrime and emerging digital threats.

According to a statement by DSP Augustina Kuru, Police Public Relations Liaison Officer for the NPF-NCCC, CP Ezima previously served as Commissioner of Police at the Force Intelligence Department Annex in Lagos.

His extensive experience in intelligence and law enforcement is expected to guide the Centre’s operations in tackling sophisticated cyber threats.

CP Akaninyene Ezima joined the Nigeria Police Force on 18 May 1992 as a Cadet Assistant Superintendent of Police (ASP).

Over a distinguished career spanning more than three decades, he has held key positions across multiple commands and formations, both within and outside the Force, earning a reputation for professionalism and dedication.

His notable assignments include serving as Deputy Commissioner of Police, Zone 17 CID, Akure, and as Zonal Head of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) in Ibadan, Lagos, Benin, and Kano.

In these roles, he gained commendations for his leadership in anti-corruption initiatives and high-impact investigations.

Prior to his current appointment, CP Ezima was Commissioner of Police at the Force Intelligence Department Annex, Lagos.

Recognising his extensive experience and proven competence, the Nigeria Police Force has now entrusted him with leading the NPF-NCCC to strengthen the nation’s fight against cybercrime.

He succeeds AIG Uche Ifeanyi Henry, the pioneer Director of the NPF-NCCC, who was recently promoted and redeployed as Assistant Inspector General of Police in charge of the Department of Training and Development at Force Headquarters, Abuja.