The Ogun State Police Command has decorated eighteen newly promoted senior officers, following their elevation from the rank of Superintendent of Police to Chief Superintendent of Police.
This is in line with the Inspector-General of Police’s commitment to professionalism, motivation and reward for excellence within the Nigeria Police Force.
The decoration ceremony was marked by excitement and appreciation from the promoted officers, their families and colleagues, reflecting the significance of the career milestone.
Among the newly promoted officers are CSP Olorundare Bolanle, Divisional Traffic Officer, Agbado, who is the most senior among the promotees and delivered the vote of thanks on behalf of her colleagues; CSP Abimbola Oyeyemi, Officer-in-Charge of General Investigation at the State Criminal Investigation Department, Eleweran; and CSP Kamorudeen Olabisi, Divisional Police Officer, Ifo Division.
Speaking at the event, the Commissioner of Police, Ogun State Command, charged the officers to justify the confidence reposed in them by the Inspector-General of Police through increased diligence, discipline and professionalism in the discharge of their duties.
He emphasised that promotion to a higher rank comes with greater responsibility and accountability, urging them to lead by example in service to the public.
The Commissioner expressed confidence that the newly promoted officers would continue to contribute meaningfully to the safety and security of lives and property across Ogun State, noting that the decoration exercise serves as a morale booster and reinforces the Force’s commitment to recognising hard work and dedication.
The ceremony concluded with goodwill messages and appreciation to the Inspector-General of Police for approving the promotions, as the officers assumed their new ranks with renewed commitment to effective policing and service delivery in the state.