Solomon Ehigiator Arase

Solomon Ehigiator Arase

politician Nigeria

Solomon Ehigiator Arase was a prominent Nigerian police officer who served as the 18th indigenous Inspector-General of Police. He dedicated over three decades to the Nigeria Police Force, from 1981 to 2016, holding various key positions including Assistant Inspector General of Police and Deputy Inspector General of Police. Arase was recognized for his significant contributions to police reforms, particularly through innovative initiatives such as the Intelligence Response Team and the Complaint Response Unit. After his retirement, he continued to influence public safety and governance as Chairman of the Police Service Commission and in various consultancy roles, including with the Office of the National Security Adviser and international organizations. His recent passing at the age of 69 prompted tributes from President Bola Tinubu, who highlighted Arase's lasting impact on Nigeria's security landscape.

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Dominance
0.00%
Persistence
0 wks
Reach
981,617
Power
2,133$
Sentiment
9.00
Countries Mentioned
Country Mentions Sentiment Dominance + Persistence x Population = Reach x GDP (millions) = Power
Nigeria 2 9.00 0.48% +0% 206,139,589 981,617 $448,000 2,133$
Totals 2 206,139,589 981,617 $448,000 2,133$
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Recent Mentions

Nigeria Nigeria: Arase, who served as Nigeria’s 18th I-G, was widely respected for his reforms in community policing and criminal justice administration. 9

The Punch: Gov Okpebholo Mourns Former IGP Arase's Passing

Nigeria Nigeria: Solomon Ehigiator Arase was the 18th indigenous Inspector-General of Police in Nigeria who passed away at 69. 9

The Punch: Ex-IG Arase Dies at 69: President Tinubu Mourns