Gbajabiamila’s Request for ‘Special Promotions’ for Eight Presidential Police Sparks Legal Concern

Femi Gbajabiamila sent two letters to the Police Service Commission requesting “special promotions” for eight police officers attached to the President’s office. One letter listed three names and the other listed five, seeking to elevate officers from CSP to ACP and from ACP to DCP. Legal experts point out that the Police Service Commission Act of 2001 grants promotion powers exclusively to the commission. While the President may issue policy directives, individual promotions must follow the commission’s process. Critics warn that bypassing established procedures could erode morale among officers on the front lines. They cite past special promotions for presidential aides as evidence of growing concerns over hierarchy and merit in the security services.

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