Police Service Commission Promotes Four Officers with PhD Qualifications

The Police Service Commission (PSC) has approved the promotion of four police officers currently teaching at the Police Academy, Kano, in recognition of their advanced academic qualifications. The officers, who recently completed their PhD programs, include Chief Superintendent of Police (CSP) Favour Fadawag, and Inspectors Shide Sunday, Oparaji Ukwu, and Benjamin Wanger.

The announcement was made on Tuesday in Abuja by Ikechukwu Ani, Head of Press and Public Relations at the PSC. According to Mr. Ani, CSP Favour Fadawag has been promoted to Assistant Commissioner of Police (ACP), while Inspectors Sunday, Ukwu, and Wanger have advanced to the rank of Assistant Superintendents of Police (ASP), pending confirmation for further placement.

The PSC’s Chairman, Hashimu Argungu, presided over an extraordinary Management Meeting where the decision was reached. Mr. Argungu emphasized the Commission's commitment to fostering a merit-based system that encourages personal development among officers. He highlighted plans to extend promotions to other officers engaged in specialized professional roles, such as law, to align with public service standards.

Reaffirming the PSC's dedication to transparency and accountability, Mr. Argungu assured serving officers that their welfare, including proper placement, remains a priority. He noted that additional professional qualifications among Police Academy lecturers would be taken into account for future promotions.

The PSC Chairman also reiterated the Commission's zero-tolerance policy toward corruption within police commands, departments, and training institutions. As part of this commitment, the Commission plans to extend its whistleblower policy to the Police Academy and other training colleges, warning that any personnel involved in corrupt activities, such as soliciting money for admission or recruitment, will face stringent disciplinary action.

The PSC congratulated the newly promoted officers, urging them to continue their dedicated service to the nation.