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From Molly Kilete, Abuja
The Police Service Commission (PSC) has approved the appointment of two Commissioners of Police for the Taraba and Anambra State Commands.
PSC head of press and information, Ikechukwu Ani, who made this known in a statement, named Chukwudi Chris Ariekpere from Abia State as the new Commissioner of Police for Taraba State. He takes over from CP Peter Oparah, while Livingston Ikioye Orutugu from Bayelsa State takes over the Anambra State Command from Obong Nnache Itam.
In the statement, Ani said PSC chairman, DIG Hashimu Argungu (rtd), urged the new Commissioners to quickly settle into their new duty posts and ensure there is no gap that may lead to a breakdown of law and order.
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He also charged the new CPs to be dedicated and committed to duty, assisting to ensure that Nigeria is freed of the menace of bandits and deviants.
Argungu said the Commission will continue to monitor their conduct and assist to ensure they succeed in their new duty posts.
The Commission’s decision has been conveyed to the Inspector General of Police for immediate implementation.
