The Nigeria Police Force said it has observed with concern the growing wave of lobbying and unofficial requests to Inspector-General of Police and the Police Service Commission by certain officers seeking special promotions.
Force Public Relations Officer, Oumuyiwa Adejobi, in a statement in Abuja said the surge was triggered by the misinformation being spread by certain media platforms following the recent approval of accelerated promotions for a number of deserving officers who have distinguished themselves through exemplary service.
According to the statement the accelerated promotions were not arbitrary but were part of a well-structured reward system, set up by the police leadership, aimed at recognizing officers who have demonstrated outstanding performance, uncommon bravery, professional excellence, and commitment to duty
Hence, the officers who benefitted were those who met the standardized guidelines for such accelerated promotion.
“The recent exercise does not signify the commencement of a general or indiscriminate special promotion scheme,” he said.
The statement said following the recent promotion, misleading reports emerged allegedly sponsored by a particular online platform, suggesting that the Police Force has initiated arbitrary promotions.
The Police authority also cautioned personnel and members of the public to disregard such falsehoods, describing the online report as false.
