In a significant move to reward hard-working police personnel, the Commissioner of Police for Niger State Command, CP Shawulu Ebenezer Danmamman, has decorated 204 officers recently promoted by the Police Service Commission (PSC).
According to a press release issued and signed by the state command's spokesman, SP Wasiu Abiodun, the promotions included one assistant commissioner of police elevated to deputy commissioner of police (DCP). Additionally, 10 superintendents were promoted to chief superintendents, 12 deputy superintendents to superintendents, and 181 assistant superintendents to deputy superintendents.
During the decoration ceremony held at the Force Headquarters in Minna, CP Danmamman urged the newly promoted officers to demonstrate increased dedication and responsibility in their roles. He emphasised that promotions come with added responsibilities and expressed confidence in the officers' abilities to meet the expectations of their new ranks.
CP Danmamman also highlighted the importance of enhanced monitoring and supervision of subordinates by the promoted officers. He advised them to prioritise the image of the force and contribute positively to improving policing efforts.
In their remarks, the beneficiaries expressed gratitude to the Chairman of the Police Service Commission (PSC), the Inspector General of Police (IGP), and CP Danmamman for their recommendations and support. They pledged to intensify their efforts in protecting the lives and properties of Nigerians at all levels.
The Bauchi State High Court of Justice is set to establish small claims courts across all twenty local government areas in 2025. These courts will handle liquidated money demands, enhancing access to justice for the state's residents.
Chief Registrar Fatima Abubakar, Esq., announced the expansion, noting the success of the initial small claims courts established in 2022, two in Bauchi and one in Azare. These courts have been well received by the local communities.
“These courts handle claims ranging from one to three million naira, accelerating proceedings and allowing litigants to represent themselves without needing a lawyer,” Abubakar explained. The simplified court procedures ensure that cases are resolved within sixty days, with interpreters available and subsidised filing fees.
In addition to the small claims courts, the high court has also established magisterial districts to facilitate swift justice at the grassroots level.
Presenting the 2024 scorecard, Abubakar highlighted significant achievements, including the appointment of seventeen high court judges and thirty-five magistrates, a notable increase from the previous twelve judges and twenty-six magistrates. The new judges and magistrates have undergone training at the National Judicial Institute in Abuja and locally in Bauchi.
The year also saw the relocation of all courts to their permanent sites. The Bauchi State government has renovated the twin court complex, housing eight high court halls and magistrates' courts 2 and 3, with ongoing work at other courts.
Abubakar commended the state government for providing an enabling environment for the high court to operate effectively.
