The Police Service Commission (PSC) has dismissed four senior police officers and sanctioned 31 others for various acts of misconduct, reaffirming its commitment to enforcing discipline, accountability and professionalism within the Nigeria Police Force.
The disciplinary measures were approved during the Commission’s plenary meeting held at its corporate headquarters in Abuja.
In a statement issued on Tuesday by the PSC’s Head of Protocol and Public Relations, Torty Njoku Kalu, the Commission said the four officers were dismissed after being found guilty of gross misconduct, unprofessional conduct and acts deemed unbecoming of public officers.
The Commission also approved the demotion of 10 senior officers. The affected officers include three Superintendents of Police reduced to the rank of Deputy Superintendent of Police, two Deputy Superintendents of Police demoted to Assistant Superintendent of Police, and five Assistant Superintendents of Police reduced to the rank of Inspector.
Additionally, two officers were compulsorily retired in the public interest.
Other disciplinary measures approved by the Commission include severe reprimands for 10 officers, reprimands for five officers, warning letters for three officers and a letter of advice issued to one officer. Seven officers were, however, exonerated after investigations found no evidence of wrongdoing against them.
Commenting on the decisions, PSC Chairman, retired Deputy Inspector-General of Police Hashimu Salihu Argungu, said the Commission would continue to maintain a zero-tolerance stance on indiscipline within the Nigeria Police Force.
“The current Board of the PSC under my watch will not condone any form of misconduct by police officers,” Argungu said.
He added that the Commission would continue to ensure that officers found guilty of misconduct face appropriate sanctions, while those who demonstrate integrity, diligence and exemplary service are recognised and rewarded.
According to the PSC, the disciplinary actions reflect its determination to strengthen accountability, promote professionalism and enhance public confidence in policing across the country.
