Former Inspector-General of Police, Mike Mbama Okiro, has said Nigeria will benefit more from the new act that allowed for a four-year tenure for inspector generals of police.
Naija News had reported that the Senate amended Section 7(6) of the Police Act 2020 to allow IGPs to have a full four-year tenure irrespective of age retirement requirements
Mike Okiro, speaking on Friday in Abuja, on the amended act said IGPs would have enough time to plan while in office. He added that the amended act would help to ensure stability in the Police and sustain institutional knowledge.
“The four-year tenure will ensure stability within the Nigeria Police. This will help sustain institutional knowledge and prevent disruptions.
“The four-year tenure will also ensure increased productivity and efficiency in carrying out responsibilities.
“It is my strong conviction that this will allow the IGP to focus on his longer-term planning, goal-setting, and successful execution,” Okiro said.
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