Presidential directives on police recruitment moved a step forward today as the Police Service Commission and the Nigeria Police Force announced the formation of a joint Ad-hoc Committee to begin the recruitment of 30,000 new police officers. The initiative is aimed at boosting the manpower of the NPF and improving national security across the country.
The announcement was made on 26th November 2025 at the Police Service Commission Corporate Headquarters in Jabi, Abuja. The committee was inaugurated by the Chairman of the Police Service Commission, DIG Hashimu Salihu Argungu (rtd), in line with the Federal Government’s plan to strengthen the police-to-citizen ratio. According to the PSC, the focus is to ensure that the recruitment process is transparent, seamless, and anchored on integrity.
Representing the PSC Chairman, DIG (Bar) Taiwo Lakanu (rtd), fdc, who also chairs the Nigeria Police Force Matters Committee of the PSC, stressed that the collaboration between both institutions is central to achieving a credible exercise. He said the PSC remains committed to a process guided by fairness, established rules, and clear standards. He noted that “the collaboration is crucial for a successful exercise” and emphasized that every phase of the recruitment must reflect merit.
The Inspector-General of Police was represented by CP Edwin Eloho from the Department of Training and Development at Force Headquarters. CP Eloho highlighted the importance of the recruitment drive in strengthening the operational capacity of the NPF. He stated that the police force is fully aligned with the PSC on delivering a timely and effective recruitment program that will improve its ability to protect Nigerians. He reaffirmed the NPF’s readiness, saying the cooperation between the institutions will support the achievement of the national objective.
Officials noted that the inauguration of the committee signals a major move by the Federal Government to address ongoing security concerns and improve policing nationwide.
The Police Service Commission is a Federal Executive Body responsible for appointing, promoting, dismissing, and exercising disciplinary control over officers in the Nigeria Police Force, except the Inspector-General of Police. The Nigeria Police Force serves as the country’s primary law enforcement agency with mandates that include preventing crime, protecting citizens, and maintaining public order.
Torty Njoku Kalu
for: Chairman, Nigeria Police Force Matters Committee, PSC
