Niger gets new police commissioner as Adamu Elleman retires

The Police Service Commission (PSC) has approved the posting of Commissioner of Police Salisu Fago as the new Commissioner of Police in Niger State.

Fago takes over from CP Adamu Elleman, who has retired from service.

The announcement was contained in a statement issued on Monday by the Commission’s Head of Protocol and Public Relations, Torty Kalu.

According to the statement, Fago’s posting followed an interview conducted by the PSC Standing Committee on Police Matters, chaired by retired Deputy Inspector-General of Police, Taiwo Lakanu, who represented the Commission’s Chairman, Hashimu Argungu.

The PSC Chairman charged the new police commissioner to maintain political neutrality and develop effective strategies to tackle crime and strengthen security across the state.

He also urged him to prioritise intelligence-led and community-based policing in addressing security challenges.

Fago joined the Nigeria Police Force on June 10, 1994, as a Cadet Assistant Superintendent of Police.

He holds a Bachelor’s degree in Education and a Master’s degree in Conflict Management and Peace Studies.

With over 30 years of experience, he has served in various operational and administrative positions, including intelligence, criminal investigation, police operations, finance and administration across several state commands.

His previous postings include Kano, Katsina, Delta, Maiduguri and Zamfara.