CLEEN Foundation, PSC to Convene Bi-Annual Police Executive Forum as Argungu Vows to Eradicate Corruption

By Bilkisu Adejoh

The CLEEN Foundation, a Justice Sector Reform NGO, has announced its collaboration with the Police Service Commission (PSC) to convene a bi-annual Police Executive Forum.

This initiative aims to address challenges within the Nigeria Police Force and enhance collaboration among key stakeholders.

During a meeting between a delegation from CLEEN Foundation, led by its Executive Director Gad Peters, and the PSC’s Chairman, DIG Hashimu Argungu (rtd), the two organizations agreed on the importance of this forum in promoting transparency and integrity within the police force.

Gad Peters commended the PSC’s efforts to foster transparency and fairness within the Nigeria Police Force.

He emphasized the importance of proactive measures to ensure that police officers act within the bounds of the law and respect citizens’ rights.

Peters also proposed the integration of the Human Rights Information Management System with the PSC’s platform to improve accountability and facilitate the reporting of rights violations in the field.

“This initiative aligns with the CLEEN Foundation’s commitment to transparency, integrity, and good governance,” Peters noted.

The forum, which will bring together police executives and security stakeholders, is intended to review ongoing issues, strengthen coordination, and uphold the rights and safety of all Nigerians.

In response, DIG Argungu reiterated his commitment to eliminating corruption in police recruitment, promotion, and disciplinary processes.

He assured that his tenure would be characterized by openness and a zero-tolerance policy towards corruption, both within the Commission and the broader police force.

“We will be as transparent as possible in everything we do, be it recruitment, promotion, or discipline. We will also commence geo-political verification of all serving police officers to meticulously confirm those who are still in service,” Argungu stated.

He further pledged to act as a whistleblower against any corrupt activities within the system, asserting that such measures would serve as a deterrent to those intent on undermining the integrity of the police force.

The collaboration between CLEEN Foundation and PSC marks a significant step towards strengthening the professionalism of the Nigeria Police Force and ensuring that the rights and dignity of all Nigerians are protected.