L– R: Governor Bassey Otu, one of the newly promoted officers, ASP Victor Reuben, State Commissioner of Police, Gyogon Augustine Grimah at the ceremony.
By Anietie Akpan
Governor of Cross River State, Senator Bassey Edet Otu, has officially decorated nine police officers currently attached to the government house with their new ranks.
The ceremony took place at the Governor’s temporary office.
A press release by the Chief Press Secretary to the Governor, Nsa Gill said the newly decorated officers were promoted based on the recommendation of the Inspector-General of Police through the Police Service Commission (POLSCOM). They were elevated from the rank of Inspectors to Assistant Superintendents of Police (ASP II).
During the ceremony, Governor Otu praised the promotion process as a significant milestone, emphasising that it serves as a reminder of the police force’s primary duty to the people. He encouraged the officers to uphold high moral standards and to diligently fulfil their responsibilities.
The promoted officers are: Victor Reuben, Turkey Odozi, Kingsley Usanga, Familola Ojo, Emega Ero, Adi Ayapere, Chollon Yohanna, Theresa Afolabi, and Micheal Eni.
Commissioner of Police (CP) Gyogon Augustine Grimah, also spoke at the event, stressing that the promotion marks a critical transition from being an inspector to taking on greater responsibilities as senior officers.
“You’ve crossed a difficult bridge. “This promotion isn’t just a reward; it’s a call to service. As senior officers, you are now fully accountable for your actions and decisions. We expect to see new initiatives and a marked improvement in your performance,” he remarked.
One of the new promotees, Micheal Eni, delivered the vote of thanks, expressing deep gratitude to Governor Otu for personally overseeing the decoration.
“We are grateful for this honour, which reflects the Governor’s commitment to the police force. We also extend our appreciation to the Inspector-General of Police for facilitating our promotion. We pledge to give our best in service to the people”.
The brief event was also attended by the Chief of Staff to the Governor, Hon. Emmanuel Ironbar.
