IGP Disu Decorates 30 Senior Police Officers With New Ranks

IGP Disu Decorates 30 Senior Police Officers With New Ranks
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The Inspector General of Police, Tunji Disu, has decorated 30 senior officers of the Nigeria Police Force with their new ranks following their recent promotions.

Thirteen officers were decorated as Assistant Inspectors General of Police, while 17 others received their new ranks as Commissioners of Police.

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EKO HOT BLOG reports that the decoration ceremony was held on Tuesday at the Force Headquarters in Abuja.

Speaking at the event, Disu charged the newly promoted officers to uphold professionalism, discipline and integrity in their new positions.

He warned them against misconduct, abuse of office and corruption, urging them to lead with integrity and set a positive example for officers under their command.

He said, “I expect you to lead with uncompromising integrity, with no tolerance for misconduct, abuse of office or corruption.”

The IGP described the officers’ elevation as a significant milestone in their careers and a reflection of their professionalism, resilience and dedication to service.

Disu urged the newly promoted officers to recognise that their conduct would influence the personnel serving under them.

He also called on them to combine firmness with humanity in their leadership, noting that officers under their command needed to feel protected and valued.

“But I also expect you to lead with humanity in mind. The officers under your command are watching not just what you demand of them, but what you protect them from, what you fight for on their behalf. And whether you see them as people, not just personnel, a force that takes care of its own is a force its own will die defending,” the IGP said.

Disu stressed the need for the Nigeria Police Force to continue developing into a modern, intelligence led and technology driven institution while remaining committed to protecting Nigerians and creating safer communities.

He also urged the newly promoted officers to mentor younger personnel and provide them with the guidance and support required to develop their careers.

The IGP said public confidence in the police was essential to effective policing and urged the senior officers to build trust within the communities they serve.

“Public confidence is not a public relations exercise. It is the difference between a tip that saves a life and a silence that costs more.

“I ask in return that you mentor those coming up behind you the way you wish someone had mentored you, honestly, patiently, and with belief in what would become.”

Disu also acknowledged the sacrifices made by the families of the newly promoted officers, noting that they had endured prolonged postings, separation from loved ones and other challenges associated with police service.

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IGP Disu Promotes 13 AIGs, 17 Commissioners of Police

He urged the officers to understand the greater responsibility attached to their new ranks and lead in a way that would inspire younger personnel aspiring to rise through the ranks.

“You earned it. Somewhere tonight, a young officer joining this force is hoping to become what you already are. Lead in a way worthy of that hope,” the IGP said.

In his closing remarks, Disu urged the newly decorated officers to wear their new ranks with humility and pride as they assume greater responsibilities within the Nigeria Police Force.