The Jigawa State Police Command has decorated 20 senior officers with new ranks in recognition of their dedication, professionalism and contributions to the Nigeria Police Force.
The decoration ceremony took place on Friday, November 13, 2026, at the Command Headquarters in Dutse, with the Commissioner of Police, CP Tijjani Murtala, presiding.
This was contained in a statement issued by SP Shiisu Lawan Adam,
Police Public Relations Officer
Jigawa State Police Command on Friday.
The newly promoted officers include DCP Oladeselu O. Adebayo, who moved from Assistant Commissioner of Police, ACP, to Deputy Commissioner of Police, DCP, while Mustapha Mohammed Lawal was promoted from Chief Superintendent of Police, CSP, to ACP.
Others promoted from Superintendent of Police, SP, to CSP are Mustapha Mohammed Dahiru, Gambo Abubakar, Abdul Halliru, Shehu Umar, Aminu Sani and Mohammed Aliyu S.
Those elevated from Deputy Superintendent of Police, DSP, to SP include Mohammed Abdullahi, Ahmed Sani, Juliana Oba, Bashir Ahmed, Adamu Dandija, Aminu Garba and Aminu Mohammed.
Similarly, Usman Lawan, Yusuf Sunday, Yohanna Alkali, Abdul Ilu and Mohammed Siba were promoted from Assistant Superintendent of Police, ASP, to DSP.
Speaking on behalf of the Inspector General of Police, IGP Olatunji Rilwan Disu, the Commissioner congratulated the officers, describing their promotion as a reward for their commitment, hard work, professionalism and valuable contributions to policing.
He reminded the beneficiaries that their new ranks came with greater responsibilities and higher expectations, urging them to view the elevation as a fresh opportunity to serve, lead and make sacrifices.
The CP also urged them to set good examples through their conduct, maintain discipline and integrity, respect citizens' fundamental rights and uphold the professional standards of the Nigeria Police Force.
He further encouraged the officers to support and mentor junior colleagues, strengthen teamwork and carry out their duties with fairness, humility and a sense of responsibility.
According to him, "The Inspector General of Police expects all promoted officers to justify the confidence reposed in them by redoubling their efforts towards ensuring public safety, maintaining law and order, and strengthening public trust in the Police."
In her response on behalf of the promoted officers, DCP O. O. Adebayo thanked the Inspector General of Police for approving their promotions and appreciated the Commissioner and the Command's Management Team for their support.
She pledged that the beneficiaries would repay the confidence placed in them through greater dedication, loyalty, discipline and commitment to effective service delivery.
The ceremony ended with goodwill messages and congratulations from colleagues, relatives and other guests who joined the newly promoted officers in celebrating their career achievements.
The Jigawa State Police Command congratulated the officers and wished them success in their new positions.