The Nigeria Police Force has formally announced the second edition of the Nigeria Police Awards and Commendations, aimed at recognizing and celebrating exceptional service, dedication, and integrity among its personnel. The Force Public Relations Officer made the announcement during a press conference held at the FPRO Conference Room, Force Headquarters, Abuja, on behalf of the Inspector General of Police, IGP Kayode Adeolu Egbetokun, Ph.D., NPM.
Reiterating the Inspector-General’s commitment to improving the welfare and morale of officers, the FPRO emphasized the importance of creating a credible and transparent reward system that honors gallant and patriotic police personnel.
According to him, the awards ceremony forms part of a broader initiative focused on enhancing the living and working conditions of officers across the country.
The second edition of the awards, organized in partnership with Lenders Consult International, is scheduled for Wednesday, June 4, 2025, at the Police Resource Centre, Jabi, Abuja.
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, GCFR, will attend as the Special Guest of Honour alongside dignitaries, security experts, and top officials from sister agencies.
The event will feature several award categories including Crime Buster of the Year, Detective of the Year, Police Sports Person of the Year, Community Policing Advocate of the Year, and Patrol Team of the Year, among others. Officers excelling in specialized fields such as legal practice, medical services, and public relations will also be recognized under the IGP Special Recognition Awards. The highlight of the night will be the crowning of the Police Officer of the Year.
Nominations were received from all police formations and evaluated by a collation committee made up of senior officers and representatives from Lenders Consult International. The final selections were made by the Force Management Team, led by the IGP, ensuring a fair and transparent process free from bias or external influence.
The Inspector General reaffirmed the Force’s commitment to policies that uplift officer welfare while encouraging all personnel to remain disciplined, professional, and committed to the values of the Nigeria Police Force.
He assured that acts of selflessness and dedication would continue to be acknowledged and rewarded.