The Inspector-General of Police (IGP), Kayode Egbetokun, has approved the promotion of 10,581 junior officers of the Inspectorate Cadre and the Rank and File.

The Force Public Relations Officer, ACP Olumuyiwa Adejobi, made this known in a statement issued on Friday, March 5, 2024.

Adejobi noted that 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 promotions includes nine 9,831 Constables slated to be promoted to the rank of Corporal; 81 Corporals to advance to the rank of Sergeant; and 669 officers set to progress from the rank of Sergeants to Inspectors.

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Adejobi further quoted the IGP as emphasising the zeal of the Nigeria Police Force (NPF) leadership to foster a culture of meritocracy and career advancement.

Egbetokun also reiterated the pivotal role of timely promotions in enhancing the morale of officers and bolstering the overall effectiveness of the Force, noting that it serves as a cornerstone in sustaining the ongoing manpower development initiatives of the NPF.

He, however, reassured that promotions in the Force will be solely on merit.

The IGP also congratulated the officers slated for promotion and urged them to uphold the highest standards of professionalism, integrity, and service to the nation.

The Star