AIG Fayoade Decorates 43 Police Officers with New Ranks, Charges Them to Uphold Integrity

AIG Fayoade Decorates 43 Police Officers with New Ranks, Charges Them to Uphold Integrity

The Assistant Inspector General of Police (AIG) in charge of Zone 2 Command, AIG Fayoade Adegoke, has decorated 43 senior police officers with their newly promoted ranks, urging them to shun corruption and rededicate themselves to duty. The colorful ceremony, held at the Zone 2 headquarters in Onikan, Lagos, marked a significant moment for the beneficiaries and their families.

Prominent dignitaries, including the Ayangburen of Ikorodu, Oba Kabiru Shotobi; Ogun State Commissioner of Police, CP Lanre Ogunnowo; DC Administration, Lagos Command, DCP Khan S.M.; DC ZCID, Zone 2, DCP Adewale Ajao; DC SCID, Lagos Command, DCP Ahmed Tijani; and several community leaders such as Chief Kaoli Olusanya and Hon. Gbolahan Yishawu, graced the event.

AIG Fayoade, who oversees Lagos and Ogun States Commands, admonished the newly promoted officers to see their elevation as a call to greater responsibility. He stressed the need for professionalism, empathy, and commitment to duty in improving the image of the Nigeria Police Force and ensuring public safety.

“When you receive a promotion like this, it’s not a time to rest; it’s a call to duty,” AIG Fayoade said. “You must work harder to secure the country, improve public safety, and portray the Force in a positive light. Avoid any form of corruption and forceful collection of money from the public. Nigerians appreciate officers who perform their duties diligently and sincerely.”

He further encouraged the officers to show kindness and compassion in their engagements with the public, noting that such acts build trust and goodwill.

AIG Fayoade commended the Inspector General of Police, IGP Kayode Adeolu Egbetokun, and the Police Service Commission for approving the promotions, describing the move as morale-boosting for the beneficiaries.

The decorated officers included 10 Chief Superintendents of Police (CSP) promoted to Assistant Commissioners of Police (ACP) and 33 Superintendents (SP) promoted to Chief Superintendents. Among them were ACP Tokunbo Abaniwonda (outgoing DPO Alausa Division), ACP Vera Ameh-Akpa (DPO Ejigbo Division), ACP Wale Akinsola (DPO Mushin Police Station), CSP Ayuba Tunni Umma (Zone 2 PPRO), CSP Omolola Odutola (PPRO Ogun State Command), and others.

In his appreciation speech, ACP Redengha Timpa, speaking on behalf of the promotees, expressed gratitude to God, the Inspector General of Police, and the Police Service Commission for their support. He assured that the lessons learned throughout their careers would be used to advance the Police Force.

The event concluded with a charge from AIG Fayoade to the officers to remain committed to their duties and strive to reduce crime, improve security, and uphold the values of the Nigeria Police Force in their respective commands and duty posts.