IGP Disu Celebrates Families Behind Police Officers’ Promotions, Recognises Their Sacrifices
Princess-Ekwi Ajide
Behind the new ranks and decorations of 29 senior police officers are families who have endured missed celebrations, long nights and years of separation caused by the demands of policing.
The Inspector-General of Police, Olatunji Rilwan Disu, acknowledged these often-overlooked sacrifices while congratulating two newly promoted Deputy Inspectors-General of Police, 10 Assistant Inspectors-General and 17 Commissioners of Police.
Addressing the officers and their families at the decoration ceremony, Disu said the achievements being celebrated belonged not only to the newly promoted personnel but also to their wives, children and loved ones.
He recalled the difficult realities of police service, including late-night duties, postings far away from home and missed family occasions.
“The late nights when we don’t come home on time, the postings far from home and the missed family occasions are the quiet sacrifices behind every rank,” he said.
The IGP urged the families to share in the moment of pride, acknowledging their contribution to the careers and achievements of the officers.
He particularly recognised the wives and children of the newly decorated personnel, noting that they often bear the brunt of the demanding nature of police work.
Disu also charged the promoted officers to justify their elevation through integrity, responsible leadership and improved service delivery.
He reminded them that promotion comes with greater accountability and urged them to protect public trust, mentor younger officers and prioritise the welfare of personnel under their command.
Disu further directed the officers to submit performance plans within 90 days, setting measurable targets for integrity, welfare and public trust.
The IGP congratulated the families and urged the officers to wear their new ranks with pride, but never arrogance.
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