By Desire Emmanuel
The Nigeria Police Force has approved the promotion of 17,952 junior officers across the country.
The Nigeria Police announced the development in a statement on Saturday, May 30, saying the Inspector-General of Police, Olatunji Rilwan Disu, approved the promotion of the officers comprising sergeants, corporals and constables.
It said the promotion of the officers was part of ongoing efforts to enhance personnel welfare, boost morale as well as reward diligence, professionalism and dedication to duty.
The promotion exercise, which cuts across commands and formations nationwide, comprises the elevation of 165 Sergeants to the rank of Inspector, 73 Corporals to the rank of Sergeant and 17,714 Constables to the rank of Corporal.
“The Inspector-General of Police noted that timely promotion remains a critical component of the Force’s human resource management strategy and a key tool for motivating officers to remain committed to the discharge of their constitutional responsibilities.
“He emphasised that the advancement of deserving personnel reflects the commitment of the current police leadership to merit, career progression, and institutional development,” the statement added.
According to the statement, the IGP congratulated the newly-promoted officers and charged them to see their elevation as a call to greater responsibility, professionalism, discipline, and dedication to service.
He urged them to uphold the core values of the Nigeria Police Force and continue to discharge their duties with integrity, respect for human rights, and commitment to the rule of law.
