The Inspector-General of Police, Olatunji Disu, has approved the promotion of 374 officers serving in the Kwara State Police Command as part of efforts to reward diligence, professionalism and dedicated service within the Nigeria Police Force.
The promotion, which forms part of an ongoing nationwide elevation of deserving personnel across the force, affected officers across different ranks in the command.
According to a statement issued on Friday by the Police Public Relations Officer of the Kwara State Command, Adetoun Ejire-Adeyemi, 365 police constables were elevated to the rank of corporal, while two corporals were promoted to sergeant.
The Commissioner of Police in the state, Ojo Adekimi, congratulated the newly promoted officers, describing the elevation as recognition of their commitment, sacrifice and invaluable contributions to maintaining law and order in the state.
Adekimi said, “This promotion is a recognition of the commitment, sacrifice and invaluable contributions of the beneficiaries to the maintenance of law and order in Kwara State and the country at large.”
The police commissioner noted that promotion should not only be seen as a reward for outstanding performance but also as a call to greater responsibility and service.
He urged the promoted officers to rededicate themselves to the protection of lives and property, as well as the maintenance of peace and public safety across the state.
Adekimi also commended the Inspector-General of Police for prioritising personnel welfare, career progression and institutional development within the force.
The latest promotion exercise reflects the police leadership’s resolve to encourage excellence, dedication and professionalism among officers while strengthening service delivery across commands nationwide.
