Transparency and Accountability Key to 50,000 Police Recruitment Exercise – PSC

Transparency and Accountability Key to 50,000 Police Recruitment Exercise – PSC

By prince Benson Davies

The Police Service Commission (PSC) recently convened a stakeholders meeting with key agencies, including the Nigeria Police Force and the Ministry of Police Affairs, to finalize preparations for the recruitment of 50,000 police officers. According to the PSC, the recruitment process will prioritize transparency, accountability, and adherence to the principles of fairness, equity, and merit.

The meeting emphasized the importance of strict adherence to Federal Character principles, ensuring equitable representation across all states and geopolitical zones. Additionally, the PSC highlighted its commitment to gender inclusivity, with measures in place to encourage and facilitate the recruitment of qualified female candidates.

The PSC assured prospective applicants that the recruitment process will be conducted with the highest level of accountability and in compliance with existing laws and guidelines. Further details and timelines for the recruitment will be communicated in due course.

Key Resolutions:

– Federal Character Compliance: Strict adherence to ensure equitable representation across all states and geopolitical zones.
– Gender Inclusivity: Deliberate measures to encourage and facilitate the recruitment of qualified female candidates.
– Transparent Process: Assurance of a technology-driven process that will be publicly accessible and free from undue interference.