New Police Commissioners Appointed for Ondo, Ekiti, Rivers

The Police Service Commission (PSC) has announced the appointment and redeployment of six Commissioners of Police to various state commands across Nigeria. This follows the recent promotions in the Nigeria Police Force approved by the commission last week.

In a statement released on Tuesday by the PSC spokesperson, Ikechukwu Ani, the following appointments were highlighted:

• CP Shettima Mohammed now heads the Nasarawa State Command.
• CP Rabin Mohammed takes charge of the Kaduna State Command.
• Adepoju Adewale assumes leadership of the Rivers State Command.
• Mohammed Azare has been appointed as the Commissioner of Police for Akwa Ibom State Command.
• Wilfred Afolabi becomes the new CP for Ondo State.
• Joseph Eribo, formerly serving in Akwa Ibom, has been redeployed to Ekiti State Command.

The Chairman of the PSC, retired Deputy Inspector General Hashimu Argungu, emphasized that these appointments represent a call to national service. He urged the newly posted commissioners to align with the government’s efforts to stabilize the nation and ensure a crime-free environment across the states.

DIG Argungu added that the PSC would closely monitor their performance, offering encouragement to excel in their new roles. He called on the appointees to show dedication and loyalty in service to their fatherland.