Aliyu Attah | |
|---|---|
| 8th Inspector General of Police | |
| In office 1990–1993 | |
| Preceded by | Muhammadu Gambo Jimeta |
| Succeeded by | Ibrahim Coomassie |
| Personal details | |
| Born | Adamawa State,Nigeria |
| Political party | Non partisian |
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