The Niger State Police Command has announced the assumption of duty by CP Adamu Abdullahi Elleman as the 38th Commissioner of Police for the state. He took over from AIG Shawulu Ebenezer Danmamman, who was recently promoted and redeployed.
CP Elleman, a seasoned law enforcement officer with 31 years of service, hailed from Kaugama Local Government Area of Jigawa State. He joined the Nigeria Police Force as a Cadet Assistant Superintendent of Police (C/ASP) on June 25, 1994.
A legal expert, the new Police Commissioner holds a Diploma and Bachelor’s degree in Law (LL.B Hons) from Ahmadu Bello University, Zaria, and a Master’s degree in Law (LL.M) from the same institution. He was called to the Nigerian Bar after attending the Nigerian Law School, Lagos. His professional training included courses in advanced detective work, strategic leadership, financial fraud detection, VIP protection, and other specialized policing programs in Nigeria, the United States, the United Kingdom, and South Africa.
Throughout his career, CP Elleman has served in key positions, including:
Officer-in-Charge (O/C) Legal and Prosecution, Taraba State (1996-1999)
Pioneer Head of Operations, EFCC (2003)
Director of Intelligence, Investigation, and Enforcement, FIRS (2009)
Head, IGP’s Monitoring Unit (2019, 2023)
Deputy Commissioner of Operations, Zone 7 Headquarters, Abuja (2021)
Commissioner of Police, Maritime Command, Lagos (2024-2025)
Upon assuming office, CP Elleman assured Niger State residents of his commitment to public safety, crime reduction, and law enforcement efficiency. He pledged to build on the achievements of his predecessor and strengthen community collaboration for a safer environment.
He called for the support and cooperation of the people of Niger State in achieving the Command’s security objectives.
The Command’s spokesperson, SP W.A. Abiodun, reaffirmed the readiness of the police to uphold law and order while urging residents to remain vigilant and report suspicious activities.
