Police officer hails IGP Disu’s postings, says merit guiding appointment
A senior police officer, CSP Nwode Nkeiruka, has commended the recent postings carried out by the Inspector-General of Police, Olatunji Rilwan Disu, saying the appointments reflect a focus on merit rather than ethnic considerations.
Nwode, who serves as the Police Public Relations Officer at the Force Headquarters Annex in Lagos, described the pattern of postings under the 23rd Inspector-General of Police as a demonstration of professionalism and fairness within the Nigeria Police Force.
According to her, the decisions taken so far by the police leadership send a strong signal that the Nigeria Police Force belongs to all Nigerians, regardless of tribe or background.
“From the postings made so far by the new IGP, one thing stands out clearly — merit over tribal considerations,” Nkeiruka said.
She added that such an approach reflects the mindset of a leader who understands that professionalism and fairness are key to building a strong and credible security institution.
Nwode noted that leadership rooted in merit rather than ethnic sentiments strengthens unity within the ranks, improves morale among officers and enhances public trust in the institution.
Analysts say that in a multi-ethnic nation like Nigeria, leadership decisions within critical institutions such as the police are often closely scrutinised for signs of bias or imbalance.
However, merit-based postings are widely seen as important in building a professional force capable of responding effectively to the country’s security challenges.
Nwode further stated that when officers are selected based on competence and performance rather than ethnic affiliation, it strengthens the internal structure of the Force and boosts public confidence in policing.
“If this pattern continues, he may well be remembered as the IGP who chose Nigeria over tribal sentiments,” she added.
