The Chairman of the Police Service Commission, DIG Hashimu Argungu (retd.), has reaffirmed the commission’s commitment to transparency and fairness in the ongoing admission process at the Police Academy, Wudil, Kano.
Argungu, who visited the academy on a supervisory tour alongside a high-level delegation, warned candidates against attempting to bribe officials or compromise the admission process.
He stressed that such actions would lead to immediate disqualification.
“The admission exercise must be conducted with integrity, fairness, and respect for equity,” Argungu said
He added, “Any candidate negotiating to pay money for consideration should be weeded out. The process must run on merit and transparency.”
In a statement issued on Wednesday, PSC spokesperson Ikechukwu Ani emphasized the commission’s zero tolerance for unethical practices, quoting the chairman as saying, “The commission will ensure the academy is run on merit and fairness, with accountability and transparency as the guiding principles.”
During his visit, Argungu inspected key facilities at the academy, including the moot court, clinic, library, lecture theatres, and screening centres. He acknowledged complaints about malfunctioning computers during the screening exercise and directed immediate repairs to ensure a seamless process for all candidates.
The chairman also commended the academy’s leadership under Commandant AIG Abubakar Sadiq for introducing innovative measures such as computer-based testing.
He highlighted the significance of the system, which allows candidates to view their results immediately after submission, fostering transparency and accountability.
The PSC’s firm stance on merit-based admissions reflects its broader mission to reform recruitment processes in the Nigerian Police Force, ensuring credibility and professionalism in the institution.
The ongoing admission screening for the 2024 intake at the Police Academy is being closely monitored to uphold these principles, with authorities determined to maintain the integrity of the process.
