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Former Deputy Inspector-General of Police, Frank Mba, has explained why he ventured into private legal practice after 34 years of service in the Nigeria Police Force.
Mba, who retired from the Force in March 2026, spoke during the official unveiling of his law firm, Frank Mba Legal, in Wuse 2, Abuja, on Friday, October 9.
The former police chief said his decision was driven by a desire to continue contributing to society through the legal profession, drawing on decades of experience in law enforcement, leadership and conflict resolution.
According to him, retirement from public service should not signal the end of meaningful contributions to national development but rather provide an opportunity to explore new avenues of service.
He explained that his extensive policing career had strengthened his appreciation of the law as an essential instrument for protecting citizens’ rights, resolving disputes and advancing justice.
Mba expressed confidence that his professional experience would help him build a legal practice founded on integrity, competence, ethical standards and public trust.
The unveiling ceremony attracted several prominent personalities, including the Minister of Foreign Affairs, Ambassador Bianca Odumegwu-Ojukwu; former Inspectors-General of Police Mohammed Abubakar and Usman Baba; and other serving and retired senior police officers.
Also present were Pastor Jerry Eze, businessman Chief Emeka Offor, lawmakers and other distinguished guests.
During his policing career, Mba served three separate terms as Force Public Relations Officer and previously held the position of Police Public Relations Officer in Lagos State.
He also served as Commissioner of Police in Ogun State and headed the Department of Training and Development at the Force Headquarters.
A qualified lawyer, Mba earned his law degree from the University of Lagos, attended the Nigerian Law School and was called to the Nigerian Bar in 2002. He also holds a Master of Laws degree with distinction from the University of Dundee, Scotland.
His transition into private legal practice marks another chapter in a professional career spanning more than three decades of service to the nation.
