The Police Service Commission (PSC) has approved the appointment of Commissioner of Police Salisu Bello Fago as the new head of the Nigeria Police Force in Niger State.
Fago’s posting followed an interview conducted to assess his suitability for the position, with the session presided over by retired Deputy Inspector-General of Police Taiwo Lakanu, chairman of the PSC Standing Committee on Police Matters.
Lakanu represented the commission’s chairman, retired DIG Hashimu Salihu Argungu, during the exercise.
Following the approval, Argungu urged the new commissioner to remain impartial and develop effective strategies to tackle crime, maintain public order and strengthen security across Niger State.
He emphasised the importance of intelligence-led operations and community-based policing in addressing security threats and building trust between the police and residents.
Fago Brings Over 30 Years of Police Experience
Fago joined the Nigeria Police Force on June 10, 1994, as a Cadet Assistant Superintendent of Police and has since served in several operational and administrative positions.
He holds a Bachelor of Science in Education and belongs to the International Association of Chiefs of Police.
His professional training includes the Advanced Intelligence Detective Course, Police Mobile Force Commanders Training Course and Tactical Leadership Command Course.
Throughout his career, Fago has held key positions in several police commands, including Officer-in-Charge of the State Intelligence Bureau in Kano and Katsina states.
He also served as Assistant Commissioner of Police in charge of the Criminal Investigation Department in Katsina and as Assistant Commissioner of Police for Operations in Delta State.
Other assignments included commanding the 6 Police Mobile Force in Maiduguri and the 52 Police Mobile Force in Chalawa, Kano. He also served as Assistant Commissioner of Police for Operations in Maiduguri and Deputy Commissioner of Police in charge of Finance and Administration in Zamfara State.
His experience spans intelligence gathering, criminal investigations, field operations and police administration.
Fago Succeeds Retired Commissioner
Fago takes over from Commissioner of Police Adamu A. Elleman, who has retired from service.
His appointment comes amid continued calls for stronger security measures and more effective policing across Nigeria.
As the new police chief in Niger State, Fago is expected to deploy his experience to improve intelligence gathering, strengthen cooperation with local communities and enhance the response to criminal activities.
His performance will be closely watched as residents look to security agencies to improve public safety and protect lives and property across the state.
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