PSC Promotes 27 Senior  Police Officers

The Police Service Commission has approved the promotion of 27 senior Police Officers comprising of 11 Commissioners of Police to the next rank of Assistant Inspectors General of Police and 16 Deputy Commissioners of Police to the substantive rank of Commissioners of Police. Ikechukwu Ani, Head, Press and Public Relations in a statement said the … Read more

BREAKING: PSC Dismisses 18 Senior Police Officers, Demotes 19 Others Over Misconduct

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The Police Service Commission (PSC) has approved the dismissal of 18 senior police officers, including 10 Assistant Superintendents, four Deputy Superintendents, two Chief Superintendents, and one Superintendent. EKO HOT BLOG gathered that  PSC sanctioned the demotion of 19 senior officers, comprising one Assistant Commissioner of Police, one Chief Superintendent, two Superintendents, two Deputy Superintendents, and … Read more

Senate Receives Tinubu’s Confirmation Request for PSC, CCB Nominees

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The Senate on Thursday, received a request from President Bola Tinubu seeking confirmation for the appointments of four nominees to the Police Service Commission. The nominees are: Deputy Inspector General of Police (rtd) Buba Ringim, Hon. Justice Adamu Paul Galumje JSC (rtd.), Christine Ladi Dabup, and Abdulfatah Muhammed. In a letter read by Senate President … Read more

PSC Appoints Peter Opara As New FCT Commissioner Of Police

The Police Service Commission (PSC) has approved the appointment of CP Peter Opara as the new Commissioner of Police for the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Abuja. According to a statement from Ikechukwu Ani, Head of Press and Public Relations for the PSC, Opara will replace CP Benneth Igwe, who has been promoted to the rank … Read more

PSC Mandates Merit-Based Promotions, Abolishes Special Promotions in Police Force

Retired Deputy Inspector General Hashimu Argungu, Chairman of the Police Service Commission (PSC), announced yesterday that the commission will no longer endorse irregular promotion practices within the Nigeria Police Force. He stressed that future promotions will be based solely on merit, requiring officers to pass specific examinations and meet other standard criteria. Argungu clarified that … Read more

DSS Apologises, Returns Seized Passport to Journalist Adejuwon Soyinka

The Department of State Services (DSS) has returned the passport of award-winning investigative journalist Adejuwon Soyinka, days after it was seized during his detention at Murtala Muhammed International Airport in Lagos. Soyinka, the West Africa Regional Editor at The Conversation Africa, received his passport back on Friday. He was accompanied to the DSS office in … Read more

PSC Promotes 684 Senior Police Officers, Elevates 23 to Top Ranks

The Police Service Commission (PSC) confirmed the promotion of 684 senior police officers on Friday, August 30, following the first plenary meeting of its new board. The meeting, chaired by DIG Hashimu Argungu (rtd), included DIG Taiwo Lakanu (rtd), Commissioner and Chief Onyemuche Nnamani, Secretary to the Commission. EKO HOT BLOG reports that during the … Read more

Minister Steps In to Resolve PSC, Police Force Recruitment Dispute

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Minister of Police Affairs, Ibrahim Gaidam, intervenes in the dispute between the Police Service Commission (PSC) and the Nigeria Police Force over the rejected recruitment list of 10,000 constables and specialists, amid allegations of corruption and irregularities. EKO HOT BLOG reports that amid escalating tensions between the Police Service Commission (PSC) and the Nigeria Police … Read more

Recruitment Scandal: PSC Demands IGP’s Dismissal

The Joint Union Congress of the Police Service Commission (PSC) called in  President Bola Tinubu to dismiss the Inspector General of Police, Kayode Egbetokun, over alleged interference in the recent recruitment of police constables. Eko Hot Blog gathered that the union voiced its concerns during a press briefing on Wednesday in Abuja, where members accused … Read more

PSC Releases Update about Police Recruitment

PSC Releases Update about Police Recruitment

We are yet to fix a date for police recruitment training, PSC Says.  Disregard training dates being circulated on social media, Police Service Commission warns Commission presently collaborating with the Nigeria Police Force to determine training colleges Eko Hot Blog reports that the Police Service Commission (PSC) has clarified that no date has been set … Read more

FG Begins Recruitment Of 30,000 Policemen Nationwide

Eko Hot Blog reports that the Federal Government of Nigeria through the Police Service Commission (PSC) has announced that the recruitment process for new constables into the Nigeria Police Force is set to commence today across the federation. This development follows six weeks after the PSC received applications for the positions, adhering to the requirements … Read more

PSC Considers Scrapping Police Special Constabulary Across States

Eko Hot Blog reports that the Special Police Constabulary in certain states may face disbandment due to the non-payment of allowances to the personnel engaged by the relevant authority, according to the Police Service Commission (PSC). In a statement released on Thursday, December 28, the commission expressed its dissatisfaction with the conduct of these personnel … Read more

PSC Denies Collecting N2,000 For Screening In Police Recruitment Exercise

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EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Police Service Commission (PSC) has denied a report about collecting the sum of N2,000 for screening prospective candidates into the Constable cadre of the Nigeria Police Force. The PSC made the denial in a statement on Tuesday in reaction to a viral social media message which claimed the commission asked … Read more

PSC Promotes Officer Assaulted By Seun Kuti, Spokesperson Adejobi, Others

Eko Hot Blog reports that the Police Service Commission (PSC) on Thursday promoted two officers to the rank of Deputy Inspectors General of Police. It also announced the promotion of the Force Public Relations Officer, CSP Olumuyiwa Oladunmoye Adejobi, to the next rank of Assistant Commissioner of Police (ACP). Similarly, the PSC approved the promotion … Read more

Misconduct: PSC Announces Dismissal Of 3 CSPs, Demotes ACP, 4 Others

The PSC has announced the dismissal of 3 CSPs, a reduction in rank of ACP and 4 others over misconduct. The Plenary also approved the promotion of 109 senior staff of the Commission. The Chairman called on the Police to ensure that they work within the established laws guiding their operations. EKO HOT BLOG reports … Read more

PSC Deploys Officials To Monitor Police Conduct Ahead Of General Elections

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PSC will deploy officials to monitor police during the elections. National, Zonal and state coordinators will be appointed in different regions. According to the Commission, over 360 staff have already been approved for participation. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Police Service Commission (PSC) has deployed a total of 360 members of staff across the … Read more

PSC Promotes 3 AIGs, Halts Elevation Of 8 CPs

PSC has promoted three AIGs and halted the elevation of eight CPs. The new DIGs are expected to fill the vacant duty posts created due to the retirements of three DIGs. AIG Hafiz Mohammed Inuwa, the Force Secretary, will be replacing retired DIG Mustapha Dan- Daura for the North West slot. EKO HOT BLOG reports … Read more

IGP Recommends Appointment Of Frank Mba, Owohunwa As Ogun, Lagos CPs

The IGP sent a letter to the police commission recommending Frank Mba to be the next commissioner of police in Ogun. Besides Mba, the police boss recommended Idowu Owohunwa as Lagos police commissioner. The police commission confirmed the receipt of the recommendations and will consider them. Eko Hot Blog reports that the Inspector-General of Police … Read more

Officers Due For Retirement Can Proceed – PSC Directs DIGs, AIGs, CPs, Others

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PSC has directed officers due for retirement to proceed. The directive was given in a statement on Tuesday by the PSC spokesman, Ikechukwu Ani. According to the PSC spokesman, the ongoing campaign for the extension of the tenures of some senior officers is unnecessary. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Police Service Commission (PSC) has … Read more

PSC Approves Promotion Of 745 Senior Police Officers [FULL LIST]

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PSC has approved the promotion of 745 Senior Police Officers. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Police Service Commission has approved the promotion of 745 Senior Police Officers. The Commission also considered and approved the proper placement of five Commissioners of Police and one Deputy Commissioner. EDITOR’S PICKS  BREAKING: Court Nullifies Conviction Of IGP Usman … Read more