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PSC Chairman Urges Officers to Prioritize Self-Development for Stronger Policing
The Chairman of the Police Service Commission (PSC), DIG Hashimu Salihu Argungu (Rtd), mni, NPM, has charged officers of the Nigeria Police Force to embrace self-development as a core strategy for building capacity and driving institutional excellence.
In a statement issued by the Police Reform Secretariat Head, Strategic Communication and Public Outreach Collins Ajibola on Wednesday
Speaking at a Strategic Leadership and Change Management Retreat for Divisional Officers of the Nigeria Police Force, organized by the Police Reform Secretariat in partnership with UNDP, GS-Foundation, and CLEEN, with funding support from the Federal Foreign Office of the Government of Germany, and held at the National Institute of Police Studies (NIPS), Argungu stressed that the true strength of any institution rests on the quality, character, and capacity of its personnel.
Delivering a lecture on “Ethics and Professionalism: Bedrock of Policing Code of Conduct,” he emphasized that while institutional training and workshops remain important, individual commitment to self-growth is what separates great officers from the average.
“We are in an age where knowledge evolves rapidly. As officers, you cannot afford to rely solely on what you were taught five years ago. You must constantly seek growth — intellectually, professionally, and ethically,” he stated.
The PSC Chairman highlighted key areas for personal growth, including intellectual development, leadership intelligence, ethics and integrity, and digital literacy. He urged officers to:
- Continuously read, research, and enroll in relevant online courses.
- Attend professional development programs and seminars.
- Pursue higher academic qualifications.
He further reminded officers that self-development goes beyond technical skills to include strengthening moral character and maintaining integrity in public service. With digital transformation reshaping institutions worldwide, he encouraged officers to sharpen their digital skills and adapt to emerging technologies.
The Chairman’s message, warmly received by participants, was described as more than a motivational charge but a strategic reminder that sustainable institutional progress depends on the growth of its people.
By urging officers to take ownership of their personal and professional development, Argungu set the tone for a more dynamic, competent, and future-ready police force.
The statement was issued on Wednesday by Collins Ajibola, Head of Strategic Communication and Public Outreach, Police Reform Secretariat.
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DNKI President Champions Humanitarian Service, Sustainable Community Development
Cyril Samania
The President of De Norsemen Kclub International (DNKI), Chief Oliver Patrick Ityohegh, has reaffirmed the organisation’s commitment to humanitarian service, stressing the importance of supporting vulnerable people and improving community welfare beyond the annual celebration of Humanitarian Day.
Ityohegh stated this during the organisation’s Cauldron Night and Award Presentation held to commemorate its 2026 Humanitarian Day celebration, theme: “Humanity First: Advancing Hope, Dignity and Community Well-being.” organised by the DNKI Abuja Chapter.
He emphasised that humanitarian service should be a continuous responsibility driven by compassion, solidarity and a commitment to making a meaningful difference in society.
According to him, DNKI’s humanitarian activities reflect its dedication to giving back to society and supporting people in need, while encouraging members to sustain initiatives that promote human dignity and community well-being.
He added that the organisation would continue to strengthen its humanitarian engagements through practical interventions aimed at improving the lives of vulnerable people and promoting community development.
Speaking at the event, the representative of the Abuja Chapter Chairman and Chairman of its Advisory Council, Prince Efiong Okpe, said the organisation’s humanitarian activities extended beyond the annual celebration of Humanitarian Day on October 15.
Okpe explained that DNKI undertook several initiatives throughout the year, including blood donation exercises, visits to hospitals and correctional centres, as well as support for orphanages and other vulnerable groups.
According to him, the organisation also collaborated with humanitarian bodies in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) to identify areas of need and provide assistance within its available resources.
He described Humanitarian Day as an opportunity for members to renew their commitment to service and demonstrate solidarity with people facing difficult circumstances.
Earlier, the Chairman of the Planning Committee and Coordinator of the DNKI Gwagwalada Zone, Mr Etudaiye Hamzat, disclosed that the chapter had provided financial assistance to some members to help pay their children’s school fees, alongside distributing bags of rice and other relief items to members experiencing hardship.
Hamzat explained that the interventions followed concerns over the difficulties some members faced in meeting their family responsibilities, particularly the rising cost of their children’s education.
He maintained that supporting members in need was consistent with the organisation’s humanitarian principles, adding that DNKI remained committed to extending assistance to non-members and vulnerable communities as part of its commitment to leading by example.
Looking ahead, Hamzat said the Abuja Chapter planned to expand its humanitarian outreach to remote communities within the FCT, with particular attention to orphanages, schools and widows facing difficulties in meeting their family responsibilities.
He also recalled previous interventions for internally displaced persons (IDPs), which included the distribution of food, clothing and educational materials, noting that the chapter intended to scale up such initiatives in the coming year.
The highlight of the event was the presentation of awards to outstanding members and distinguished non-members in recognition of their contributions to humanitarian service.
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