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JUST IN: PSC Approves Appointment of New DIGs, Others

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The appointment of Assistant Inspectors General of Police (AIGs) Frank Mba and Bala Ciroma as Deputy Inspectors General of Police (DIGs) has been approved by the Police Service Commission (PSC).

 

The spokesperson of the Police Service Commission (PSC), Ikechukwu Ani, released a statement confirming the development on Friday.

 

The statement also revealed that DIG Ciroma will be assuming the position previously held by DIG Ali Janga, who has retired from service. DIG Janga had represented the North-East geopolitical zone in the Police Management Team.

 

The statement reads “DIG Ciroma, the most senior Officer from the zone will henceforth represent the zone. DIG Mba will represent the South East zone and replace retired DIG John Amadi who before his retirement represented the zone,”

 

Additionally, the Police Service Commission (PSC) also gave its approval for the promotion of 14 Commissioners of Police to the rank of Assistant Inspectors General of Police and 22 Deputy Commissioners of Police (DCPs) to the rank of Commissioners.

 

The Police Service Commission (PSC) stated that these decisions were the key highlights of the 21st Plenary Meeting of the Commission.

 

The meeting was chaired by Solomon Arase, a former Inspector General of Police, and was attended by all members of the commission, including Dr. (Mrs) Ifeoma Adaora Anyanwutaku, the Permanent Secretary/Secretary to the commission.

 

The newly appointed Assistant Inspectors General of Police (AIGs) include CP Abubakar Lawal, CP Alhassan Aminu, CP Abdul Umar, CP Shettima Zannah, CP Ebong Eyibio Ebong, CP Adepoju Ayiinde Ilori, CP Okon Okon Effiong, CP Echeng Eworo Echeng, CP Susan Ukpanukiema Horsfall, CP Bankole Lanre Sikiru, CP Oladimeji Yomi Olarewaju, CP Sani Gwarzo, and CP Odama Paul Ojeka.

 

Among the 22 Deputy Commissioners of Police (DCPs) who have been promoted to the rank of Commissioners are DCP Abibo Deinma Reuben, DCP Thomas Abraham Nabhoni, DCP Wakil Abdul Salamai, DCP Enyinnaya Inonachi, DCP Ronke Nurat Okunade, and DCP Adekunle Ismail Olusokan.

 

In addition to the mentioned officers, the other Deputy Commissioners of Police (DCPs) who were promoted to the rank of Commissioners include DCP Hassan Abdu Yabnet, DCP Festus Chinedu Oko, DCP Aminu Baba Raji, DCP Omolara Ibidun Oluntola, DCP Akoh Benedict Gabriel, DCP Alamutu Abiodun Mustapha, DCP Bafda Magaji Jahun, DCP Ahmadu Tijani Abdullahi, DCP Mohamned Mu’azu, DCP Bretet Emmanuel Simon, DCP Ihebom M Chukuma, DCP Shettima Mohammed Qurtu, DCP Olatokunbo Maxwell Olabisi, DCP Yusuf Mohammed Lawal, DCP Monica Leo, and DCP Abaniwonda Surajudeen Olufemi.

 

Furthermore, the Police Service Commission (PSC) also approved the promotion of 24 Assistant Commissioners of Police to the rank of Deputy Commissioners.

 

They include ACP Ezekiel Ibrahim, Project Monitoring Unit, Force Headquarters, Abuja; Mohammed Shamsudeen, Assistant Director, OPS, Kaduna (NCCSALW); ACP Khan Salihu Usman, Networking Admin ICT FHQ, Abuja; ACP Wan Mantu Chongs, Commander PMF 19 Portharcourt; and Baba Lawan Audu, Area Commander, Exeter Akwa-Ibom State Command.

 

Furthermore, the appointed individuals also include Okon Etim Asuquo from the Department of Operations, Benue State Command, and Louis Chike Nwabuwa from the Department of Operations, Plateau State Command. ACP Samuel Osman Onoja from the Police College Oji River, ACP Sa’ad Yahaya, and ACP Ibrahim Jibrin serving as Commanders of 76 PMF (Police Mobile Force), Nsukka and 56 PMF Ogoni, respectively, were also granted the appointments.

 

Additionally, the Police Service Commission (PSC) approved the promotion of 39 Chief Superintendents of Police (CSPs) to the rank of Assistant Commissioners of Police (ACPs). This includes CSPs Joseph Udoh, Nze Helen Omeba, Uduaku Isaac Udom, Anthony Francis Etim, Benjamin Kelembus Bello, Abdullahi Idris Abubakar, Ogbonnaya Nwota, Daiyabu Mohammed Ahmed, and several others.

 

The PSC also granted the acting appointment of CSP Akande Bamidele as Acting Assistant Commissioner of Police.

 

During the Plenary Meeting, the two newly appointed Assistant Inspectors General of Police (AIGs), 14 Commissioners of Police (CPs), and 22 Deputy Commissioners of Police (DCPs) were required to appear before the Commission for an interactive session as part of the process for their new ranks.

 

In addition to the promotions, the plenary meeting also approved a new Instrument of Delegation that grants delegated powers to the Inspector General of Police.

 

Chairman Solomon Arase extended his congratulations to the newly promoted officers and urged them to reciprocate the goodwill shown by the commission by rededicating themselves to the service of their country.

 

Arase further assured that police promotions would be conducted regularly, aiming to prevent officers from experiencing stagnation in any rank.

 

He commended the commitment and sacrifices made by the other members of the commission, emphasizing that a new and brighter future awaits the Nigeria Police Force.

 

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FCT Police Chief Inspects Worship Centres, Commends Residents for Peaceful Conduct

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The Commissioner of Police, Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Command, CP Ahmed Muhammad Sanusi, has inspected security deployments at churches across the territory, urging officers to maintain professionalism and vigilance during religious activities.

The inspection was disclosed in a statement issued on Sunday by the FCT Police Public Relations Officer, SP Josephine Adeh.

Sanusi conducted the inspection on November 8, 2026, to assess the operational readiness of personnel deployed to worship centres and evaluate security arrangements for residents and worshippers.

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The exercise followed a similar inspection of mosques across the FCT on Friday, November 6, as the Command sustained efforts to strengthen security around religious centres.

During the visits, the police commissioner charged officers to remain professional and responsive in the discharge of their duties.

He also commended residents for their peaceful and orderly conduct following mosque and church services, noting that public cooperation remained essential to maintaining security and public order across the territory.

The commissioner urged residents to continue cooperating with the police and other law enforcement agencies, remain security-conscious and promptly report suspicious persons, movements or activities to the nearest police station.

He further encouraged residents to utilise the Command’s emergency lines, 08032003913 and 08061581938, to report security concerns.

Adeh said the Command’s Public Relations Office remained open and accessible to members of the public for enquiries, complaints, information and other security-related matters.

The FCT Police Command reiterated its commitment to protecting residents and worshippers and maintaining security across the Federal Capital Territory.

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2027: Shettima Arrives in Uyo for APC Presidential Campaign Rally

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Vice President Kashim Shettima has arrived in Uyo, the Akwa Ibom State capital, for the All Progressives Congress (APC) presidential campaign rally ahead of the 2027 general elections.

The development was disclosed on Friday by Stanley Nkwocha, Senior Special Assistant to the President on Media and Communications in the Office of the Vice President.

Akwa Ibom occupies a strategic position in President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda, with major federal investments expected to strengthen infrastructure and economic activities across the state.

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One of the major projects is the Lagos–Calabar Coastal Highway, which has an approximately 82.8-kilometre stretch passing through Akwa Ibom.

The project, according to the statement, “promises improved connectivity, expanded trade, greater investment and new economic opportunities for communities across the region.”

Beyond infrastructure, the administration’s interventions in education, agriculture, healthcare, youth empowerment and social protection are also designed to improve livelihoods and broaden economic participation.

The Nigerian Education Loan Fund (NELFund) is among the initiatives highlighted, complementing Governor Umo Eno’s investments in roads, aviation, tourism and human capital development.

The statement noted that the Uyo rally provides “another opportunity to strengthen the APC’s growing political presence in the South-South and make the case for continuity in 2027.”

 

 

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Elohor Aiboni Honoured with DTN@100 Changemaker Award

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Executive Vice President and Country Chair, Shell Companies in Nigeria, Elohor Aiboni was among 100 people honoured with the DTN@100 Award.

She joined a list of distinguished recipients recognised by the Daily Times newspapers. The contributions of the awardees to national development will be documented in a special publication, titled Nigerian Grand Book.

Daily Times which started publication in 1926 gave the awards as part of its centenary celebrations in Lagos. The centenary theme is: “Honouring the Past, Shaping the Future.” Chairman, Folio Media Group and Publisher Daily Times of Nigeria Fidelis Anosike said: “We proudly celebrate Elohor Aiboni, Executive Vice President and Country Chair of Shell Companies in Nigeria, for her well-deserved recognition at the Daily Times Heroes Award. As a visionary female leader, Elohor has shown that true leadership is defined by action. Her forward-thinking policies continue to drive real, positive change across our nation.”

In her response, Elohor said: “Although this award is presented to me, I do not regard it as mine alone. I share it with my colleagues across the Shell Companies in Nigeria, our partners, and the many people I have had the privilege of working with and learning from over the years.”

Elohor was commended for her achievements in a career in the energy industry that started in Shell in 2002. In addition to serving in operational roles within and outside Nigeria, she has worked as asset manager for Bonga, leading up to her appointment as Managing Director of Shell Nigeria Exploration and Production Company Limited (SNEPCo) in 2021, the first female to hold the post. Early this year, she took up the role of Executive Vice President and Country Chair, Shell Companies in Nigeria, also the first female and Nigerian to hold both roles.

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In her acceptance speech, Elohor also called for concerted efforts towards educating the girl-child. She said: “If we are serious about shaping Nigeria’s future, we must be equally serious about educating and empowering the Nigerian girl child. Education provides not only knowledge, but also confidence, choice and the opportunity to contribute meaningfully to her community and country.”
Photo Caption – L-R: Energy and Investment Solicitor, Sam Aiboni; Executive Vice President and Country Chair, Shell Nigeria, Elohor Aiboni; actress Rita Dominic; and Daily Times Chairman, Fidelis Anosike, during the award presentation at Harbour Point, Lagos.

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