The Police Service Commission (PSC) has ordered the immediate retirement of senior police officers who have served for over 35 years or are older than 60.
The decision was made during the Commission’s first extraordinary meeting of 2025, chaired by retired Deputy Inspector General (DIG) Hashimu Argungu. The meeting was attended by key officials, including retired Supreme Court Justice Adamu Paul Galumje, DIG Taiwo Lakanu (rtd), and Commission Secretary Chief Onyemuchi Nnamani.
According to a statement by PSC spokesperson Ikechukwu Ani, the move complies with Public Service Rule No. 020908 (i & ii), which mandates retirement after 35 years of service or upon reaching 60 years of age.
“The Commission had previously approved at its 24th Plenary Meeting in September 2017 that Force entrants should have their appointment date aligned with their enlistment date. However, upon review, the Commission found that this decision contradicted the principles of service merger in the public sector and violated established retirement rules,” Ani stated.
Following this reassessment, the Commission resolved to enforce retirement in compliance with public service regulations.
“The Commission’s decision has been conveyed to the Inspector General of Police for immediate implementation,” the statement concluded.
This development marks a significant step in ensuring adherence to public service guidelines within the Nigeria Police Force.
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