AIG Fayoade Warns Officers As Command Begins Promotion Exercise For Police Inspectors

CYRIACUS IZUEKWE

The Assistant Inspector General of Police Zone 2 Command, Onikan, Lagos, AIG Adegoke M. Fayoade, has warned personnel to exhibit the highest standards of professionalism throughout the process as the Command begins promotion exercise for Police Inspectors. 

P.M.EXPRESS reports as was contained in a press release by the Zone 2 Command Police Public Relations Officer, CSP Ayuba Umma, as the Command begins the welfare and career progression of personnel through the Departmental Selection Board (DSB) promotion exercise for Inspectors at the Zone 2 Command Headquarters.

The statement read:

“In line with the commitment of the Inspector-General of Police, IGP Kayode Adeolu Egbetokun, to the welfare and career progression of personnel, the Departmental Selection Board (DSB) promotion exercise for Inspectors has officially commenced at the Zone 2 Command Headquarters, Onikan Lagos.”

“This nationwide exercise, mandated across all Police Zonal formations, is designed to assess qualified Inspectors due for promotion to the next rank. The exercise is scheduled to run until Friday, December 5, 2025.”

“The exercise is being held at the Zonal Headquarters, and encompasses all eligible Inspectors serving under the Lagos and Ogun State Police Commands. It is being presided over by the Assistant Inspector-General of Police in charge of  the Zone, AIG Adegoke M. Fayoade.”

While addressing officers at the commencement of the exercise, the AIG congratulated them on their qualification and urged them to exhibit the highest standards of professionalism throughout the process. He reiterated the commitment of the Police leadership to a fair, merit-based, and transparent promotion system.

The AIG therefore, warned all participants against any form of misconduct, corruption or bribery, emphasizing that integrity is paramount.

Assisting the AIG during the process are:  Deputy Commissioners of Police in charge of Finance & Administration *DCP  Bello Adamu and DCP Olubode Fakeye in charge of Zonal Criminal Investigation Department.

“Personnel welfare remains a core priority for the Nigeria Police Force, and this exercise underscores the Force’s dedication to rewarding hard work, competence, and dedication among its ranks, fostering a motivated and professional workforce” the Command stated.