The Nigeria Police Force warns its officers and men to flee from lobbying for promotion, threatening to sanction anyone found guilty of the illicit practice
By Patrick Ogboru
To check gross misconduct and insubordination within the rank and file of the Nigeria Police Force (NPF), the leadership of the Force has sternly cautioned against lobbying for special promotion, just it warned members of the public to be wary of falsehoods in some online publications
In a statement issued by the Force Public Relations Officer (FPRO), Force Headquarters, Abuja, DCP Olumuyiwa Adejobi, expressed concern that the NPF has observed what it described as the growing wave of lobbying and unofficial requests directed at the Inspector-General of Police (IGP), Kayode Egbetokun and the Police Service Commission (PSC) by certain officers seeking special promotions.
Tentacle gathered that the surge was triggered by the misinformation being spread by certain media platforms following the recent approval of accelerated promotions for a number of deserving officers who have distinguished themselves through exemplary service.
“The Force wishes to categorically state that these accelerated promotions were not arbitrary but were part of a well-structured reward system, set up by the police leadership, aimed at recognizing officers who have demonstrated outstanding performance, uncommon bravery, professional excellence, as well as commitment to duty and the officers who benefitted were those who met the standardized guidelines for such accelerated promotion. The recent exercise does not signify the commencement of a general or indiscriminate special promotion scheme.
“In light of recent misleading reports sponsored by a particular online platform suggesting that the Police Force has initiated arbitrary promotions, the Nigeria Police Force firmly cautions the public to disregard such falsehoods.
“These reports are baseless, misleading, and intended to undermine the integrity of the Force’s promotion process. The NPF remains committed to transparency, merit, and due process in all personnel decisions,” the statement reads.
The NPF stated that furthermore, officers are strongly cautioned against lobbying or attempting to influence the promotion process through unofficial means, adding, “Such conduct is unethical, undermines the principles of meritocracy and professionalism, and will attract severe disciplinary action in accordance with extant laws and regulations.
“The Nigeria Police Force reiterates its commitment to a promotion system anchored on integrity, verifiable merit and honourable service to the nation. Officers and men are hereby urged to remain dedicated, maintain discipline, and continue to discharge their duties with pride and distinction.”
