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PHOTOS: Egbetokun Decorates Newly Promoted AIGs, CPs, Urges Commitment To Security
The Inspector-General of Police, Kayode Egbetokun, on Thursday, decorated 19 newly promoted senior police officers at the Goodluck Jonathan International Peacekeeping Centre, Force Headquarters, Abuja.
The event, filled with cheers from families, friends, and well-wishers, marked a significant milestone in the careers of the decorated officers.
The ceremony saw the elevation of three Commissioners of Police to the rank of Assistant Inspector-General of Police.
This was disclosed in a statement released by the Force Public Relations Officer, ACP Olumuyiwa Adejobi.
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“The newly decorated AIGs include AIG Garba Ahmed, AIG Nemi Edwin Osigoboka Iwo, and AIG Salman Garba Dogo.
“Additionally, sixteen Deputy Commissioners of Police were promoted to the substantive rank of Commissioners of Police, including CP Cyriacus Enechukwu, CP Gombit Bangs, CP Rosemary Akpan, and CP Ayodele Adeyemi, among others,” the statement noted.
The event was attended by a distinguished gathering of dignitaries, including Prince Ma Sani-Omolori, former Clerk to the National Assembly (Ciroma of Ebira Land), Mr Nebeolisa Anako, former Permanent Secretary of the Police Service Commission, and retired Deputy Inspector-General of Police Valentine Ntomchukwu.
Also present were members of the Force Management Team, serving and retired senior police officers, and the families of the promoted officers.
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Addressing the newly promoted officers, Egbetokun applauded their dedication and service to the nation while emphasising the enormous responsibilities that come with their new ranks.
“This promotion is not just a reward but a call to greater duty. As you wear these new ranks, I urge you to uphold professionalism, integrity, and the rule of law in discharging your duties.
“The safety and security of our nation depend on the leadership and commitment you bring to your offices,” the IGP stated.
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He further urged them to leverage their wealth of experience in policing to “enhance national security and foster public trust” in the Nigeria Police Force, assuring that the Force remains committed to strategies aimed at safeguarding lives and property across the country.
As the newly decorated officers took their oath of allegiance in their upgraded capacities, their families and colleagues erupted in applause, celebrating their dedication and years of service to the nation.
According to the statement, the promotions come at a crucial time when the Nigeria Police Force continues to implement “reforms and security strategies to address emerging threats across the country.”
The IGP reaffirmed that the Force would not relent in its efforts to “maintain law and order, strengthen community policing, and uphold justice” in line with international best practices.
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DSS Issues Warning, Arrests Man For Circulating Fake Recruitment Materials
The Department of State Services (DSS) has disclosed the arrest of one Mr. Eze Ezenwa Benard, who was recently apprehended for circulating fake DSS recruitment past questions and answers on Facebook.
The agency, while warning the public in a statement on Saturday, said the suspect operated through a page known as “Jobs and Education”, where he advertised the fraudulent materials and charged unsuspecting members of the public one thousand naira (N1,000) for access.
“The public is hereby cautioned to disregard any materials, as the DSS does not sell or distribute recruitment questions, answers, or examination guides through private individuals or social media pages. Recruitment into the Service, when necessary, follows specialised procedure in accordance with extant laws and due process,” the statement reads.
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Continuing, DSS said Ezenwa’s arrest underscores the Service’s determination to safeguard Nigerians from the fraudulent schemes of unpatriotic elements. “Citizens are therefore encouraged to remain vigilant, verify information from official sources and report suspicious recruitment adverts or individuals attempting to extort money under false pretense.”
The agency assured that it will continue to protect the integrity of its recruitment process while ensuring that perpetrators of fraud face the full weight of the law.
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‘Na Only People You Gave Work Love You,’ Singer Speed Darlington Tells Tinubu
Singer Speed Darlington has told President Bola Tinubu that public admiration cannot be bought, warning that only those who received appointments or jobs from the government truly support him.
In a video posted on Saturday, August 23, the singer said, “Everything isn’t about the economy! There is more to leadership than the economy. See as everybody dey call your name, dey complain. Nobody loves you. Na only the ones you gave work, na them love you. Even your own tribe dey complain about you.”
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Darlington, an Igbo man, urged Tinubu to focus on police reform and respect for human rights. “The Nigerian police is an oppressive agency rooted in human rights violation. As a matter of fact, if they do not violate you, it’s as if they are not even doing their job.
“The idea of arrest before investigation is a pure human rights violation. You arrest and hold a person before you dey investigate. Please, before you leave office, please speak to your Yoruba brother IGP man,” he added.
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Before You Leave Office, Reform The Police — Speed Darlington Urges Tinubu
Popular controversial singer Speed Darlington has called on President Bola Tinubu to reform the Nigerian Police Force, urging the government to prioritise citizens’ rights alongside economic growth.
In a video posted on Saturday, the entertainer criticised what he described as the police’s systemic human rights violations and oppressive practices.
“Mr President, before you leave office, whether you secure a second term or not, try your best to improve Nigeria. Everything isn’t about the economy!
“There is more to leadership than the economy. See as everybody dey call your name, dey complain. Nobody loves you. Na only the ones you gave work, na them love you. Even your own tribe dey complain about you,” he said.
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The singer, who identifies as Igbo, urged Tinubu to engage with the Inspector-General of Police and implement reforms.
“As an Igbo man, the advice I can give you so people will know your name and remember you for something good is to reform the police. Reform the police.
“The Nigerian police is an oppressive agency rooted in human rights violation. As a matter of fact, if they do not violate you, it’s as if they are not even doing their job.
“The idea of arrest before investigation is a pure human rights violation. You arrest and hold a person before you dey investigate,” he added.
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Darlington also recounted his personal ordeal with law enforcement, highlighting the system’s abuse of power.
“I was held for two months after the judge had ordered my release. FID held me for two months. According to my lawyer, the Nigerian law gives only 28 days for investigation.
“They held me for two months. What is the extra month for? Because they can. If you give them money, they oppress your enemy. I have experienced it,” he said.
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