The Police Service Commission and the Ministry of Police Affairs today, Wednesday, May 7th, 2025, forged a new partnership to support the Nigeria Police Force in a collective pursuit of more efficient, accountable and citizen-focused policing in Nigeria.
According to a press release signed by the PSC Head of Press and Public Relations, Ikechukwu Ani, the new Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Police Affairs, Dr. Anuma Ogbonnaya, on behalf of his Minister, led a strong delegation of Directors and heads of relevant Departments and Divisions in the Ministry on a courtesy visit to the commission, where they were received by the Chairman of the Commission, DIG Hashimu Argungu (rtd mni), Justice Paul Adamu Galumje (retired Justice of the Supreme Court), Honourable Commissioner representing the Judiciary DIG Taiwo Lakanu (fdc), Honourable Commissioner representing the Police, and Chief Onyemuche Nnamani (secretary to the commission). The full complement of the Commission’s management Staff was also in the Meeting.
DIG Argungu commended the initiative, stressing that it will open better and more rewarding channels of communication between the two government Agencies.
The PSC Chairman noted that there must be robust collaboration between Police oversight Agencies for effective and efficient policing.
He said the Commission has been working closely with the Ministry and will continue to do that in the interest of national security. “There must be mutual respect; nobody can do it alone; regular consultations are imperative; and this is a good beginning,” he noted.
The Permanent Secretary told his host that the visit underscores the importance the Ministry attaches to the crucial work of the Commission.
Dr. Ogbonnaya said he led the delegation to the Commission to foster a stronger working relationship and open channels of communication between the two government Agencies.
“We recognise that our mandates are intrinsically linked, and effective collaboration is paramount to achieving our shared goals within the security architecture of Nigeria”, he remarked.
The Permanent Secretary said the Ministry deeply appreciates the significant role the Commission plays in overseeing the recruitment, promotion, discipline and overall welfare of Members of the Nigeria Police Force, adding, “Your independence and commitment to upholding standards of professionalism and integrity are vital to building public trust and ensuring the effectiveness of our police “
Dr. Ogbonnaya observed that there are key areas where closer collaboration between the Ministry and the Commission could yield significant benefits.
