The Chairman, Police Service Commission, Mr Solomon Arase, has issued a stern warning to the commission’s officials deployed for the recruitment of new constables against the collection of money from applicants and families.
Arase gave the warning at a pre-deployment briefing of the physical and credentials screening officials on Saturday, ahead of the exercise starting on Monday across the federation.
This is according to a statement on Sunday by the commission spokesperson, Mr Ikechukwu Ani.
According to Arase, it is not just a recruitment exercise, but a defence of the sanctity of the commission’s mandate and demonstration of its competence.
Arase explained that collecting money from applicants or families was an action against the principles of integrity and fairness, stressing that the officials were not merely fulfilling a duty, but shaping the future of the Force.
The Chairman tasked the officials to adhere strictly to the highest standards of professionalism and ethical conduct throughout the entire duration of the exercise.
“I admonish you to anticipate unprecedented challenges during this exercise. With over 400,000 applicants passing through your stations, each presenting argument to join the Nigeria Police Force, the pressure will be immense.
“Remember, you are the guardians of a process that not only holds inherent significance, but also paves the way for the forthcoming 30,000-man recruitment approved by the current administration.
“Embrace this responsibility with the knowledge that your actions will resonate beyond the confines of the present. As staff of the Commission, you are entrusted with a job that carries the weight of our nation’s aspirations for a just and secure future,” Arase admonished.
