CP Agbaminoja Decorates 87 Newly Promoted Port Police Officers, Calls for Increased Responsibility
The Commissioner of Police, Ports Authority Police (Western) Command, CP Oluwatoyin Agbaminoja on Thursday decorated 87 newly promoted Assistant Superintendents of Police (ASPs) in a colourful and dignified ceremony held at the Command Headquarters.
The decoration ceremony, which was attended by senior officers, families, friends, and well-wishers, marked a significant milestone in the professional careers of the promoted officers.
In her address, the Commissioner of Police congratulated the officers on their well-deserved promotion and charged them to see their new rank as a call to higher standards of discipline, integrity, and professionalism. She emphasized that promotion in the Nigeria Police Force comes with increased responsibility, accountability, and the expectation of exemplary leadership.
The CP further reminded the officers that the Ports Authority Police (Western) Command occupies a strategic position in safeguarding critical national infrastructure, maritime assets, and economic gateways.
She urged the newly decorated ASPs to redouble their efforts in intelligence-led policing, proactive crime prevention, and effective collaboration with relevant stakeholders within the port environment.
She reiterated the Command’s commitment to the welfare and capacity development of officers, in line with the vision and reform-driven agenda of the Inspector-General of Police, IGP Kayode Egbetokun,, aimed at building a more professional, people-focused, and service-oriented Police Force.
The CP also appreciated the families of the promoted officers for their unwavering support and sacrifices, acknowledging that their encouragement and understanding play a vital role in the success of police personnel.
The ceremony concluded with the formal decoration of the officers, group photographs, and a renewed pledge by the newly promoted ASPs to discharge their duties with honour, courage, and dedication to the service of the nation.
