By Muhammed Abubakar, Reporting
THE Inspector General of Police, IGP Kayode Adeolu Egbetokun, Ph.D., has authorized the promotion of 10,581 deserving junior officers of the Inspectorate Cadre, and the Rank and File.
In line with this directive, the Deputy Inspector-General of Police overseeing the Department of Finance and Administration (DIG DFA) has been tasked with coordinating efforts alongside the Commissioner of Police (Welfare) to commence the promotion process promptly.
The breakdown of the promotions included 9,831 Police Constables slated to be promoted to the rank of Corporal; 81 Corporals to advance to the rank of Sergeant; and six hundred and sixty-nine, 669 officers set to progress from the rank of Sergeants to Inspectors.
The Inspector General of Police, while emphasizing the zeal of the Force leadership to fostering a culture of meritocracy and career advancement, reiterated the pivotal role of timely promotions in enhancing the morale of officers and bolstering the overall effectiveness of the Force.
He noted that it serves as cornerstones in sustaining the ongoing manpower development initiatives of the Nigeria Police Force.
He, however, reassured that promotions in the Force will be solely on merit.
Egbetokun, in a statement by the Force PRO, Olumuyiwa Adejobi, therefore, extended the Nigeria Police Force’s heartfelt congratulations to all officers slated for promotion.
He urged them to uphold the highest standards of professionalism, integrity, and service to the nation.
