The Nigeria Police Force has extended warm congratulations to retired Commissioner of Police, CP Lawrence Eko Alobi, Esq., MON, fdc (Rtd), as he marks his 76th birthday, celebrating a lifetime of distinguished service to the nation in policing, law, and security consultancy.
In a press statement issued by the Force Public Relations Officer, CSP Benjamin Hundeyin, anipr, mipra, the Force described CP Alobi as an outstanding officer who occupies a revered place in the history of the Nigeria Police Force, having served with professionalism, dedication, and exceptional competence across several commands and formations.
CP Alobi’s career was highlighted by his tenure as Commissioner of Police, Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Abuja, where he coordinated security for major national and international events. These included the African Union Summit, the All Africa Games, high-profile political conventions, and visits by foreign dignitaries, notably United States Presidential delegations.
Renowned for his intellectual depth, CP Alobi combines vast policing experience with legal and academic excellence. He is an alumnus of Bayero University, Kano; the University of Calabar; the Nigerian Law School; the University of Maiduguri; the University of Nigeria, Nsukka; and the National Defence College. In retirement, he continues to contribute to national development as Principal Partner, Lawrence Alobi & Co. Law Firm, and as a respected elder statesman, security consultant, and trainer.
Beyond professional practice, CP Alobi remains an influential public affairs analyst, offering informed insights on security governance, police welfare, recruitment, and institutional reforms through radio and television platforms. As Executive Director of the Foundation for Peace and Security Education (FOPSE), he has consistently advocated professional training, humane policing, prompt investigation, and fairness within the criminal justice system.
The Inspector-General of Police, IGP Kayode Adeolu Egbetokun, PhD, NPM, on behalf of officers and men of the Nigeria Police Force, congratulated CP Lawrence Eko Alobi on the milestone and wished him continued good health and many more years of impactful service to the nation.