The Nigeria Police Force and the Police Service Commission have finally reached an agreement regarding the final merit list for the recruitment of Police Constables into the Nigeria Police Force.
This was made known in a statement by the Force spokesman, ACP Olumuyiwa Adejobi, on Tuesday, July 30.
The agreement followed extensive deliberations and collaboration, with the NPF and PSC’s resolve to work diligently to ensure that the recruitment process remains transparent, fair, and merit-based.
The FPRO said that the Inspector General of Police, Dr Kayode Adeolu Egbetokun, expressed satisfaction with the outcome, stating that the agreement on the final merit list is a testament to the commitment of both the Nigeria Police Force and the Police Service Commission to work together in the best interest of the country.
“He (the IGP) also expressed confidence that the new recruits will contribute significantly to the mission of the Federal Government of Nigeria to create employment opportunities for the Nigerian youths, boost internal security mechanisms, and maintain law and order.
“In the light of this development, training for the newly recruited officers is scheduled to commence on Saturday, August 10, 2024.
“The training programme will be intensive, designed to equip the recruits with the necessary skills and knowledge to perform their duties effectively and uphold the core values of the Nigeria Police Force.
“In furtherance of the directive of the IGP, the trainees are to be schooled on modern policing ethics and principles, community policing strategies, ICT, artificial intelligence, human relations, attitudinal and behavioural change, etc.
“The Inspector General of Police extends gratitude to all stakeholders and the general public for their patience and support throughout this process,” ACP Adejobi stated.
