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IBRAHIM Idris, inspector-general of Police, IGP has approved the release of the promotion of 28,627 rank and file who are due to move to their next rank. The promotion is part of on-going measures in the Force geared towards boosting the morale of Police personnel towards effective and efficient service delivery.

A statement signed by Jimoh Moshood, Force public relations officer, said the promotion was based on merit, seniority, commitment and dedication to duty.

The breakdown of the promotion is as follows: Sergeants to the rank of inspectors 7,628; corporals to the rank of Sergeants 20, 667; police constables, PC, to the rank of Corporals, CPL, 332.

While congratulating those promoted, the IGP urges them to see the elevation as a challenge to be more dedicated to their duties and carry out their statutory responsibilities in line with the rule of law and principles of democratic policing.

Mar 13, 2017 @ 9:45 GMT

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