He has now been succeeded by senior police officer, Ohagwu Felix Ndukwe, as the new Commissioner of Police in Ondo State.

The Inspector General of Police, Olatunji Disu, has removed Adebowale Lawal as Commissioner of Police in Ondo State.

Lawal, who was confirmed as the 46th Commissioner of Police in the state in June 2025 and recently led several security operations, including a crackdown on cult groups in May 2026, has reportedly been replaced.

He has now been succeeded by senior police officer, Ohagwu Felix Ndukwe, as the new Commissioner of Police in Ondo State.

Lawal assumed office in June 2025 following the redeployment of Wilfred Afolabi as Ondo State Police Commissioner.