Kano police chief urges newly promoted officers to step up crime fight

The Kano State Commissioner of Police, CP Salman Dogo Garba, has urged newly decorated officers to redouble their efforts in tackling crime and security challenges within the state.

The call came during a ceremony on Tuesday where 181 Senior Officers received their promotions.

In a statement released by the command’s spokesperson, SP Abdullahi Haruna Kiyawa, CP Garba congratulated the officers and their families, emphasizing the key role of “commitment, professionalism, and clean records” in achieving promotions.

The spokesperson further revealed the Commissioner’s appreciation for the Inspector-General of Police, the Police Service Commission, and the Force management team for facilitating the promotions.

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These newly promoted officers, previously holding the rank of Inspectors, have now advanced to Assistant Superintendents of Police (ASP II) as part of the recent promotions announced by the Police Service Commission on July 29, 2024.

On behalf of the promoted officers, ASP Jacob Yadume pledged their commitment to serving with professionalism and adhering to the rule of law.

During a separate lecture with Supervising Police Officers, CP Garba acknowledged their efforts amidst recent security challenges.

He emphasized the need for them to work even harder to ensure the safety and security of lives and property in Kano State.