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Police Service Commission Promotes 31 To DCPs, 505 CSPs
Police Service Commission Promotes 31 Assistant Commissioners to Deputy Commissioners of Police
The Police Service Commission (PSC) has approved the promotion of 31 Assistant Commissioners of Police (ACPs) to the rank of Deputy Commissioners of Police (DCPs). This promotion follows closely on the heels of the elevation of 684 senior police officers to various ranks just two days prior.
In a statement released on Sunday by the commission’s spokesperson, Ikechukwu Ani, the promoted officers include:
– Godspower Origho, Area Commander of Kabba in Kogi State
– Abubakar Ibrahim, Coordinator BPU, Sokoto State Command
– Kabiru Ibrahim, Department of Operations, Cross Rivers State Command
– Ochiabutor Ejike, Department of Operations, Enugu State Command
– Danladi Ibrahim, Area Commander Kafanchan
– John Ngwoye, Department of Operations, Ondo State Command
Additional promotions were awarded to:
– Sulieman Salihu, Head of the Department of Operations, Bauchi State Command
– Udeme Stephen, Area Commander Ngor Okpalla, Imo State Command
– John Sendere, Liberal Studies, Police Staff College Jos
– Aliyu Haliru, Department of Operations, Katsina State Command
– Atiku Musa, Department of Finance and Accounts, Jigawa State Command
– Adeniran Babatunde, Area Commander Agbor, Delta State Command
– Daniel Habila, Commander Ugoniyi, Edo State Command
– Sulieman Toyin, SID FCT Command
– Sulieman Gulma, Force Sec Office
– Aliyu Sa’ad, BPU Katsina State Command
– Kabir Mohammed, Commandant Police Training School, Sokoto
– Ralph Akinbisehin, Office of the National Security Adviser
The statement also highlighted other officers promoted to DCP, including:
– Olurunfemi Gbenga, Area Commander, Keffi Nasarawa State Command
– James Navokhi, Department of Finance and Admin, PCM
– Shehu Alao, Area Commander Shagamu, Ogun State Command
– Mustapha Waziri, Commander 15 PMF Ilorin
– Edun Azeez, Area Commander Adatan, Ogun State Command
– Gregory Itobere, Area Commander Onitsha, Anambra State Command
– Baba Kalli, Police Adviser, New York
– Ahmed Ibrahim, State CID Kwara State Command
– Abdul Adejo, Commander 4 PMF Ibadan
– Tissing Nandiyak, Area Commander Ekpoma, Edo State Command
– Audu Sabo, Area Commander Rano, Kano State Command
– Yahuza Samaila Shall, Area Commander Metro, Katsina State Command
– Kaita Abdulkadir, State CID, Niger State Command
In addition to these promotions, 52 Chief Superintendents of Police (CSPs) were elevated to the rank of Assistant Commissioners of Police (ACPs). Among them are:
– Offiong Effiong, Simeon Timbomna, Edward Akaniyere, Yusuf Alhaji Bala, Ikenna Ogwu, Joshua Adewalehinmi, and Edward Weghyina from the Nigeria Police Force National Cybercrime Centre (NCCC)
– Oladele Bamidele, Ikechukwu Osuoha, Niyere Andrea Rwang, Fatimah Gimba, Olubunmi Apapa, Godwin Onah, Patrick Agbazue, Stephen Ukam, and Yusuf Abdullahi
Furthermore, the commission promoted 505 Superintendents of Police (SPs) to Chief Superintendents of Police (CSPs). The newly promoted officers include:
– Raphael Iwamittigha Irowainu, Abraham Ogedegbe, Stanley Chinenye Onyekwele, Yakubu Faruk Rugga, Godspower Ekeke, and Esther Ezenwanyi Okey
– Emeka Henry Iheanacho, Staff Officer Senior, Delta State Command; Oyeogbe Izien, Admin Officer Operations, Bayelsa State Command; Dafe Charles Cheta, Divisional Crime Officer 1, CPS Division, Enugu State Command; Marcel Ogbuabor Ugwuoke, 76PMF Nsukka; and Ozoani Damsus Chukwuma
Additionally, 84 Deputy Superintendents of Police (DSPs) were promoted to Superintendents of Police (SPs), including Cynthia Uchechi Nzota, Harry Achi, Makanju Rex, Ikerodah Muhammad Yerima, and Ahiwe Okezie.
The chairman of the commission, retired DIG Hashimu Argungu, congratulated the newly promoted officers, expressing his commitment to building a police force that lives up to its name and responsibilities.
Federal Government Refutes Age Restrictions for NECO and WAEC Exams
The Federal Government has dismissed rumors suggesting that age restrictions apply to the National Examination Council (NECO) and West African Examination Council (WAEC) exams.
Dr. Tanko Sununu, the Minister of State for Education, clarified this in Abuja on Friday, affirming that there are no age limits for taking these exams. He explained that the age restriction applies only to the Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME) and university entry, which will start at 18 years beginning in 2025.
Sununu pointed out that the National Policy on Education specifies that children should start primary school at age six, spend six years there, and then proceed to three years each in junior and senior secondary schools, totaling 18 years.
His remarks came during a briefing for the 2024 World Literacy Day, themed “Promoting Multilingual Education: Literacy for Mutual Understanding and Peace.”
Sununu addressed the confusion, stating, “We have clarified this issue in various forums, but the misinformation persists. Neither the Minister of Education, Prof. Tahir Mamman, nor I have announced any age limit for WAEC, NECO, or NABTEB exams.”
He added, “Some individuals have misinterpreted our comments regarding UTME age restrictions and mistakenly applied them to WAEC and NECO. Our previous statements only pertained to university entry age, as outlined in the National Policy on Education.”
Sununu also highlighted that the policy supports teaching children in their local language or mother tongue until primary three, after which English is introduced. This approach, he noted, facilitates better communication and learning.
President Tinubu Pledges Bold Decisions for Nigeria’s Progress
President Bola Tinubu has affirmed his commitment to making the tough decisions needed for Nigeria’s progress. He acknowledged the challenge of achieving national consensus on various issues but underscored that such decisions are crucial for the country’s advancement.
Wrapping up his official visit to China, President Tinubu met with the Nigerian community and members of the Nigerians in Diaspora Organization (NIDO China) at the China World Hotel. He described the trip as highly successful and beneficial.
During his visit, President Tinubu engaged in discussions with Chinese leaders, including President Xi Jinping and Premier Li Qiang, and participated in the 2024 Forum on China-Africa Cooperation (FOCAC). The focus was on boosting collaboration in areas such as infrastructure, trade, finance, energy, the green economy, and mining.
Addressing Nigerians in China, President Tinubu emphasized the importance of representing Nigeria positively and being exemplary citizens. He highlighted the need for discipline and dedication, drawing inspiration from China’s disciplined society.
The President encouraged Nigerians abroad to embrace their diversity, follow local laws, and project a positive image of their country. He stated:
“Nigeria is undergoing significant reforms, and we are making bold and unprecedented decisions. You might have heard recent news about fuel prices at home. But can we avoid these tough choices if we want to improve our infrastructure, like roads, electricity, and water supply? We aim to hand over a better future to our children, and that requires us to make hard decisions now.”
President Tinubu Wraps Up China Visit and Heads to London via Dubai
On Friday, September 6th, President Bola Tinubu concluded his official visit to China and is now en route to London, United Kingdom, with a stopover in Dubai.
Bayo Onanuga, Tinubu’s Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, confirmed that the President will travel to the UK via Dubai.
During his visit, President Tinubu assured Nigerians in China that his administration is committed to good governance and aims to replicate China’s successes for the benefit of Nigeria. He made these remarks during a meeting with the Nigerians in Diaspora Organization in China (NIDO China) and the Nigerian community at the China World Hotel in Beijing.
The meeting marked President Tinubu’s final official engagement in China before his departure for London.
President Tinubu described his visit to China as “very good and successful.”
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