Odimmegwa Johnpeter/Abuja
The Chairman of the Police Service Commission (PSC), DIG Hashimu Salihu Argungu (Rtd), mni, psc, NPM, has assured the Nigeria Police Force of the Commission’s readiness to collaborate on critical personnel matters, including the review of the Scheme of Service and the resolution of career progression challenges within the Force. This was contained in a statement signed by Torty Njoku Kalu, anipr, Head, Protocol and Public Relations, Police Service Commission Headquarters, Abuja.
The PSC Chairman gave the assurance at the Commission’s Corporate Headquarters in Abuja while receiving the Inspector-General of Police, IGP Olatunji Rilwan Disu who paid a courtesy visit to the Commission with his Management Team to strengthen institutional cooperation between the two bodies.
Welcoming the IGP, DIG Argungu described the visit as timely, stressing that mutual understanding and respect for institutional responsibilities were essential to strengthening cooperation and supporting the Force in the discharge of its security mandate.
He expressed the Commission’s willingness to work with the Force on the review of the Scheme of Service and on personnel development, underscoring the importance of merit, competence and performance in recruitment and promotion, alongside capacity development to prepare officers for the demands of modern policing.
Earlier in his remarks, the IGP expressed appreciation for the Commission’s recognition of the service and sacrifices of police personnel and reaffirmed the Force’s commitment to constructive engagement with the PSC. He called for closer collaboration in addressing personnel matters, with due regard for the distinct responsibilities of both institutions.
The IGP highlighted the need for balance in the Force’s rank structure and sought joint action to address challenges affecting career progression, particularly within the Inspectorate cadre. He also emphasised the need for sustained engagement on the review of the Scheme of Service to promote fairness, transparency and merit in personnel administration.
The PSC Chairman assured the IGP that the issues raised would receive the Commission’s attention.
Both institutions reaffirmed their commitment to sustained collaboration aimed at promoting professionalism and enhancing service delivery.
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