The Inspector-General of Police, Olatunji Disu, has approved the promotion of 374 officers in the Kwara State Police Command as part of ongoing efforts to reward hard work, professionalism and dedication within the Nigeria Police Force.
The exercise, which is part of a nationwide promotion of deserving officers, affected personnel across various ranks in the command.
According to a statement issued on Friday by the command’s spokesperson, Adetoun Ejire-Adeyemi, 365 police constables were promoted to the rank of corporal, while two corporals were elevated to the rank of sergeant.
In addition, five sergeants were promoted to inspectors, while two superintendents of police advanced to the rank of chief superintendent of police.
Reacting to the development, the Commissioner of Police in Kwara State, Ojo Adekimi, congratulated the beneficiaries and described the promotion as recognition of their commitment and contributions to maintaining peace and security in the state.
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“This promotion is a recognition of the commitment, sacrifice and invaluable contributions of the beneficiaries to the maintenance of law and order in Kwara State and the country at large,” Adekimi said.
He noted that the elevation should serve not only as a reward for outstanding service but also as a reminder of the greater responsibilities attached to higher ranks.
“Promotion is both a reward for good performance and a call to greater responsibility. Officers who have benefited from this exercise must remain disciplined, professional and committed to the core values of the Nigeria Police Force,” he added.
The commissioner urged the promoted officers to remain committed to safeguarding lives and property and sustaining peace across the state.
Adekimi also praised the Inspector-General of Police for prioritising the welfare and career development of officers, noting that the exercise had boosted the morale of personnel in the command.
He said the latest promotion exercise reflects the police leadership’s determination to encourage excellence, professionalism and improved service delivery across commands nationwide.
