The Digest:
The Police Service Commission (PSC) has announced the promotion of 12 Commissioners of Police (CP) to the rank of Assistant Inspectors General (AIG), alongside the elevation of 16 Deputy Commissioners of Police to full Commissioners. The exercise highlights a step towards revitalizing police leadership in Nigeria.
Key Points:
- 12 CPs promoted to AIG, including notable officers like Johnson Adenola and Ronke Nurat Okunade.
- 16 Deputy Commissioners promoted to full Commissioners, spanning multiple police departments.
- 145 Chief Superintendents promoted to Assistant Commissioners across various police units.
- 29 Superintendents elevated to Chief Superintendents, focusing on specialized roles like Airwing and medical personnel.
- 38 Deputy Superintendents promoted to Superintendents, further enhancing operational effectiveness.
- One Assistant Commissioner was absent from the promotion exercise.
- The promotion process followed thorough examinations and interviews to ensure merit and global best practices.
- The Chairman of the PSC emphasized the importance of maintaining strong, capable police leadership for national security.
These promotions mark a crucial step in strengthening Nigeria's police force, promoting skilled officers to leadership roles in a bid to improve security. This move also aligns with global best practices for police reforms.
Sources: Channels TV, Premium Times, Vanguard
