The Police Service Commission (PSC) has warned that it will deal decisively with anybody who intends to involve himself in any form of racketeering or fraud in the recruitment of qualified Nigerians into the Nigeria Police Force (NPF).
A press statement by PSC Head, Press and Public Relations, Ikechukwu Ani, Wednesday in Abuja, said the Commission would soon begin the processes for this year’s exercise which will include Cadet ASPs and Inspectors.
He said Chairman of the Commission, DIG Hashimu Salihu Argungu (retd.), gave the warning when he paid a courtesy call on the acting Executive Chairman of the Federal Character Commission (FCC), Hon. Kayode Oladele, and its Management team on Wednesday.
The spokesperson said DIG Argungu, who led the PSC team including the Commissioner representing the Judiciary in the Commission, Justice Paul Adamu Galumje, warned that any unacceptable behaviour, sharp practices or untoward acts during the recruitment processes will be resisisted and deviants sanctioned.
He maintained that though the date for another recruitment of qualified Nigerians into the NPF has not been fixed, there can’t be a better time to seek the partnership and cooperation of the FCC as one of the reliable and pivotal stakeholders in the Police recruitment process.
The PSC chairman assured that there must be transparency, accountability and equity in the recruitment process.
The issue of discretion, waiver, or replacement, he said negate the principle of fairness and equity, and so must be avoided.
Welcoming his guests, the FCC boss, Hon. Kayode Oladele, said the visit was not only a demonstration of inter-agency cooperation but also a testament to a shared commitment to the ideals of fairness, justice, equity and national chesion as enshrined in the Constitution of Federal Republic of Nigeria.
He noted that, “By working together to ensure fairness and balanced representation in law enforcement institutions, we are laying the foundation for a stronger sense of belonging, trust in public institutions, and sustainable peace across the country.”
The FCC chairman also reiterated that, “A diverse and inclusive Police Force is better positioned to build public confidence, deter insecurity, and serve all citizens without bias thereby reinforcing the pillars of the Renewed Hope Agenda.”
This is as he reaffirmed the FCC’s readiness to work closely with the PSC in monitoring and ensuring Federal character compliance in the NPF and also confident that the partnership will go a long way in serving the best interests of Nigeria and Nigerians in general.
