The Assistant Inspector-General of Police in charge of Zone 7 Headquarters, Abuja, AIG Victor Olaiya, has flagged off the Departmental Selection Board (DSB) exercise for the promotion of police inspectors from the FCT and Niger State Commands. The assessment is being conducted in line with the directive of the Inspector-General of Police, IGP Kayode Adeolu Egbetokun.
According to a press release signed by the Zone 7 Headquarters Police Public Relations Officer, ASP Halima Mohammed, speaking at the opening session held at the Zonal Headquarters on Tuesday, AIG Olaiya charged the participating inspectors to approach the exercise with dedication, discipline, and a strong sense of responsibility. He described the promotion process as a crucial pathway for career progression within the Nigeria Police Force, assuring candidates that the Zone is committed to ensuring a fair, transparent, and procedurally compliant assessment.
AIG Olaiya reiterated the IGP’s uncompromising stance against corruption, warning that any form of extortion, inducement, or attempt to compromise the process would attract strict disciplinary action in accordance with police regulations. He emphasised that the Force would not tolerate any conduct capable of undermining the integrity of the promotion exercise.
The AIG also commended the Inspector-General of Police for prioritising merit and transparency in the promotion system, noting that the ongoing reforms continue to strengthen professionalism and inspire officers across ranks.
Zone 7, he added, remains committed to upholding excellence, accountability, and ethical standards in all its operations.
