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PSC Shakes Up Police Hierarchy, Appoints New DIG for North East.
The Police Service Commission (PSC) has approved the elevation of several senior officers, including the appointment of Assistant Inspector General of Police (AIG) Dankwara Adamu Mohammed to the rank of Deputy Inspector General (DIG). According to Nivo News, DIG Mohammed’s promotion comes as he takes over representation of the North East geopolitical zone, replacing DIG Sahabu Abubakar Yahaya, who recently retired from service.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
In the latest round of promotions, the Commission also elevated Commissioner of Police (CP) Abibo Deinma Reuben to the rank of Assistant Inspector General of Police. Similarly, eleven Deputy Commissioners of Police were promoted to the substantive rank of Commissioners of Police. Among those promoted are Naziru Bello Kankarofi, Nendel Joseph Gomwalk, Tijani Olaiwola Fatai, Wilson Aniefiok Akpan, Morkwap Dongshal, Abdullateef Ajape Yusuf, Cletus Nwadiogbu, Ahmed Mohammed Bello, Abdulraheem Nurudeen, Patrick Daaor, and Umar Mohammed Hadejia.
The promotions were among the key highlights of the Commission’s 2nd Plenary Meeting held at the Solomon Arase Conference Hall. The session was chaired by the Commission’s Chairman, retired DIG Hashimu Argungu, and attended by other commissioners, including Justice Paul Adamu Galumje, DIG Taiwo Lakanu (rtd), Justice Christine Ladi Dabup, and Chief Onyemuche Nnamani, the Commission’s Secretary.
A statement issued by the PSC’s Head of Press and Public Relations, Ikechukwu Ani, revealed that thirteen Assistant Commissioners of Police were also promoted to the rank of Deputy Commissioners. The list includes David Gbenga Ojo, Umaru Bello Bichi, Bala Salihu Jarumai, Makanjuola Abiodun, Shafii Abdulkarim, Mohammed Ajose, Mukter Bello, Madamani Adamu, Omololu Vaughan, Linus Ogbodo, Emmanuel Anene Ogbuanya, Tijani Richard Gotom, Shehu Sambo Bawa Ibrahim, Dr. Onwuegbuzie Gerald Awele, and Hamza Ali.
Furthermore, forty-four Chief Superintendents of Police were promoted to Assistant Commissioners, while 412 Superintendents advanced to the rank of Chief Superintendents. The newly promoted officers include Victoria Olayinka Mulero, Alirat Odunola Adedeji, Olufunmilola Oluwaseun Amore, Ezeokafor Emmanuel Nnonso, Conchita Ngozi Uzoma Braide, Onaji Patrick, Anayochukwu Henry Ekeocha, and Alkali Abbah Hadeja, among others.
The PSC also promoted several Deputy Superintendents of Police (DSPs) to Superintendents, including Rekpene Ukpabi Ekoh of the Ebonyi Command and Tonga Monday of 48 PMF Ahoada, Rivers State. In addition, the Commission confirmed the appointments of several Assistant Superintendents of Police across different state commands and specialized units.
While congratulating the newly promoted officers, PSC Chairman, DIG Hashimu Argungu (rtd), commended their commitment and urged them to remain dedicated to national service, emphasizing the Commission’s resolve to reward professionalism and hard work within the Nigeria Police Force.
Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) has recorded a historic breakthrough with the emergence of its first female pilot, Superintendent of Customs Nafisat Balogun, who recently earned a commercial multi-engine pilot licence in the United States.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
The achievement was celebrated by the Nigeria Customs Technical Hangar Service, marking a significant step in the agency’s drive to strengthen its aviation capacity for surveillance, logistics, and anti-smuggling operations.
At a ceremony attended by senior officers, the Managing Director of the Customs Technical Hangar Service, retired Comptroller of Customs Capt. Kuhi Mbaya, described the development as a landmark moment for the service.
He said Balogun’s transition from cabin crew to certified commercial pilot represents a major breakthrough for the Customs aviation unit and highlights the agency’s commitment to professional growth and inclusivity.
He added that the milestone reflects expanding opportunities within the Service as it continues to integrate air assets into its enforcement and border monitoring operations.
Balogun expressed gratitude for the support she received, noting that her journey required dedication and resilience, while pledging to apply her new skills in advancing the Customs mandate with professionalism and discipline.
The development has been widely described within the Service as an inspiration for greater female participation in technical and specialised roles.
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Osun 2026: APC Candidate Oyebamiji Pledges Inclusive Governance For Non-Indigenes, Interest Groups.
The All Progressives Congress (APC) governorship candidate in Osun State, Asiwaju Bola Oyebamiji (AMBO), has pledged to ensure inclusive governance by integrating non-indigenes and various interest groups if elected in the August 15, 2026 governorship election.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
He said his administration would operate a structured system that promotes participation and representation of all segments of society in governance.
The pledge was conveyed by a former lawmaker and ex-Special Adviser on Civic Engagement, Hon. Olatunbosun Oyintiloye, after he represented the candidate at an engagement with members of the Arewa community in Ibokun, Obokun Local Government Area.
Oyintiloye said the plan is aimed at strengthening the link between government and grassroots communities, ensuring public policies reflect citizens’ real needs.
He added that all groups would be actively involved in both policy formulation and implementation to drive development in the state.
Oyebamiji also promised continued engagement with farmers, traders, artisans, and non-indigene communities as key stakeholders in governance.
Responding, leaders of the Arewa community commended past inclusion efforts and pledged support for the APC candidate ahead of the election.
Barely a year after its inauguration in Akwa Ibom State, the African Democratic Congress (ADC) has been plunged into a deep factional crisis.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
Multiple factions are now locked in a struggle for control of the party, leaving members uncertain about the legitimate leadership structure.
One faction is led by John Akpanudodehe, a former National Secretary of the All Progressives Congress (APC), while another is headed by the embattled state chairman, Dick Duke.
Although the leader of a third faction could not be immediately confirmed, findings indicate that another group also exists within the party.
Sources further suggest that the Akpanudodehe-led faction is seeking to remove the current chairman through a recently held congress that has sparked controversy.
In response, Dick Duke convened a stakeholders’ meeting over the weekend, where he rejected the legitimacy of the said congress.
He said the party had formally written to the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) to distance itself from the exercise, citing a subsisting court order.
According to him, his tenure as state chairman is still valid until May, and any congress conducted before then would be unlawful.
Duke added that the party would only proceed with proper congresses after the expiration of his tenure and the resolution of legal issues, in line with due process.
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