The Police Service Commission (PSC) has approved the dismissal and prosecution of two Assistant Superintendents of Police (ASP) for a range of serious offences, including misconduct, dishonesty, corruption, sabotage, and acts deemed unbecoming of public officers.
In addition to the dismissals, the Commission has also demoted six officers for related offences. This includes two Superintendents of Police who were reduced to the rank of Deputy Superintendents, one Deputy Superintendent reduced to the rank of Assistant Superintendent, and three Assistant Superintendents demoted to the rank of Inspectors.
These decisions were highlighted during the final session of the Commission’s second plenary meeting, held at its corporate headquarters in Jabi, Abuja.
Disciplinary Actions for Other Officers
In a statement issued by PSC spokesperson Ikechukwu Ani, it was revealed that ten senior officers were handed severe reprimands for offences such as unauthorised disclosure of official secrets, dishonesty, sabotage, and conduct unbecoming of senior police officers.
Nine additional officers received lesser reprimands, while a Deputy Commissioner of Police was exonerated and found not guilty. Additionally, a letter of warning was served to an Assistant Superintendent of Police involved in a minor infraction.
Promotions Announced
The PSC also announced significant promotions during the plenary meeting, affecting 2,328 officers across various ranks:
- 11 Commissioners of Police were promoted to Assistant Inspectors General of Police (AIG).
- 16 Deputy Commissioners of Police were elevated to Commissioners.
- 21 Assistant Commissioners of Police advanced to Deputy Commissioners.
- 57 Chief Superintendents of Police were promoted to Assistant Commissioners.
- 1,348 Superintendents of Police were promoted to Chief Superintendents.
- 876 Deputy Superintendents of Police moved up to the rank of Superintendents.
Notable among the promoted officers were Obi-Ejoh Nnamdi Patrick, formerly Commander of the Anti-Narcotics Section in FCT Command, now serving in Kaduna Command, and Milicent Amadi, Officer in Charge of Surveillance, State CID Ebonyi State Command.
Commitment to Discipline
The PSC Chairman, DIG Hashimu Argungu (retd.), stressed the importance of discipline within the police force, noting that it is a critical factor in enabling officers to effectively uphold the law and protect lives and property. He reaffirmed the Commission’s dedication to addressing Pending Disciplinary Matters (PDM) to ensure no officer is unduly stagnated in their career progression.
Implementation of Decisions
The decisions have been communicated to the Inspector General of Police for immediate implementation. This directive was conveyed in a letter signed by Onyemuche Nnamani, the Secretary to the Commission.
The PSC’s actions highlight its commitment to maintaining high standards of discipline and professionalism within the Nigerian Police Force, ensuring accountability and fostering public trust.