Olukayode Egbetokun, the Inspector General of Police, has authorized the promotion of over 10,581 commendable junior officers of the Inspectorate cadre   rank and file.

This development was revealed by the Force Public Relations Officer, Olumuyiwa Adejobi, in a statement on Friday.

Olumuyiwa , “The Inspector General of Police, Olukayode Egbetokun, 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 has been tasked with coordinating efforts alongside the Commissioner of Police (Welfare) to commence the promotion process promptly.

“The breakdown of promotions includes 9,831 police 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.”

Olukoyede, stressed that the passion for the force leadership is to promote a culture of meritocracy and career advancement, he  also reiterated the pivotal role of timely promotions to boost the morale of officers and bolstering the overall effectiveness of the force.

He also noted that it serves as a cornerstone in sustaining the ongoing manpower development initiatives of the Nigeria Police Force. Moreso he reassured that promotions in the Force will be solely on merit.

However, the Nigeria Police Force has further congratulated all officers eligible for promotion and instruct them to keep up the highest standards of professionalism, integrity, and service to the nation.