The Nigeria Police Force has announced plans to honour and decorate outstanding officers who have demonstrated exceptional service, courage, and integrity, through accelerated promotions approved by the Police Service Commission.
This was contained in a statement issued on Monday by the Force Public Relations Officer, DCP Olumuyiwa Adejobi.
According to the statement, the move is part of the Inspector-General of Police, Kayode Egbetokun’s commitment to institutional reform and motivation within the Force.
“The Nigeria Police Force is set to take a bold and historic step in the direction of motivation, meritocracy, and morale-boosting as the Inspector-General of Police, IGP Kayode Adeolu Egbetokun, Ph.D., NPM, prepares to decorate select officers recently approved for promotion by the Police Service Commission (PSC) – officers whose conduct, courage, and character have stood out in service to the nation.
“These are not just promotions. They are public endorsements of excellence. A national salute to officers who, despite the odds, chose the path of integrity, went the extra mile, and reminded us all what true service looks like”, the statement began.
The Force recalled its earlier commitment to reward officers who consistently distinguished themselves through the Police Awards or the IGP’s commendations.
“Recall that in Press Release No. CZ:5300/FPRD/FHQ/ABJ/VOL.6/472 dated 25th July 2025, the Force publicly committed to recommending for accelerated promotion, any officer who had been named Police Officer of the Year or won in any of the Police award categories twice in two consecutive award years or received the IGP recognition award twice in two consecutive years.
