The Police Service Commission (PSC) has announced the death of its former Chairman, retired Deputy Inspector General of Police (DIG) Parry Osayande, describing the development as a great loss to the Commission and the nation.
Osayande, who died on Sunday in Benin, Edo State, passed away barely a month after the death of another former PSC Chairman, Dr Solomon Arase.
According to a press release on Sunday, 28th September 2025, signed by the PSC Head of Press and Public Relations, Ikechukwu Ani, appointed in April 2008 by then-President Goodluck Jonathan, Osayande succeeded Chief Simon Okeke as Chairman of the Commission.
His tenure was marked by significant growth, including securing presidential approval for the Commission’s Corporate Headquarters, now located in the Jabi District of Abuja.
Remembered as a fearless, focused, and commanding leader, Osayande was praised for giving the PSC strong direction during its formative years.
PSC Chairman, DIG Hashimu Argungu (rtd), described his passing as a “great loss,” urging Nigerians to keep the Commission in their prayers as it mourns the death of two former chairmen in quick succession.
