Recent allegations have surfaced regarding irregularities in the Nigeria Police Force’s promotion practices, with personnel urging President Bola Tinubu to scrutinise the situation. According to SaharaReporters, the promotions under Inspector-General Kayode Egbetokun are said to favour officers linked to influential politicians, bypassing standard procedures in Abuja news. This has sparked discontent among long-serving officers.
A notable example involves Abdulrahman Baba Garba, who was rapidly promoted to Chief Superintendent of Police within a year, raising concerns over the legality of such promotions. Despite this, the Police Service Commission has moved to abolish special promotions, opting for merit-based advancements. However, officers worry about the erosion of respect within the force due to these practices.
Key Takeaways:
- Officers claim the promotion process violates both the Nigerian constitution and police law.
- The Police Service Commission promises to replace special promotions with merit-based ones.
- Alleged rapid promotions fuel demotivation and respect issues in the force.
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