'Seun Ibukun-Oni, Abuja
DAILY COURIER – The Secretary to the Government of the Federation (SGF), Distinguished Senator George Akume, has approved the appointment of eight Assistant Corps Marshals (ACM) to the rank of Deputy Corps Marshal (DCM) as of July 21, 2024. Out of the newly appointed DCMs, three are to proceed on immediate retirement while the remaining five will fill existing vacancies across various geopolitical zones.
A statement signed by the Acting Corps Public Education Officer, Olusegun Ogungbemide today disclosed that the officers appointed to fill the existing vacancies are as follows:
Deputy Corps Marshal Clement Oladele, fdc (North Central); Deputy Corps Marshal Chidiebere Nkwonta, fwc (South East); Deputy Corps Marshal Sunday Iyamah, fwc (South South); Deputy Corps Marshal MR Yerima, fdc (North West); and Deputy Corps Marshal Abiodun Akinlade, (South West) who will assume the role following the retirement of DCM Adebisi Kazeem in August.
The DCMs proceeding on immediate retirement are: Deputy Corps Marshal Kingsley Agomoh, mni; Deputy Corps Marshal Jonas Agwu, mni and Deputy Corps Marshal Zubairu Mato.
The SGF praised the transparency and objectivity of the appointment process and urged the new DCMs to exhibit greater commitment to the Corps' vision of eradicating road traffic crashes and creating a safer motoring environment in Nigeria. He emphasized that the appointments align with President Bola Ahmed Tinubu GCFR's agenda to reward excellence and hard work, reflecting the administrative philosophy of the current leadership under the Hope Agenda regime.
The Corps Marshal, Shehu Mohammed, also congratulated the newly elevated officers, acknowledging their excellent performances during the selection process. He reminded them that their new ranks come with increased responsibilities and urged them to demonstrate heightened focus, dedication, and passion in their duties.
Additionally, the Corps Marshal encouraged those who were not promoted to remain hopeful and loyal to the system, promising improvements in the general welfare of the Corps' personnel. He called on all members to maintain high spirits and continue working towards achieving the Corps' mandate.
