By Umar Faruk
Birnin Kebbi, Kebbi State, Nigeria
October 15, 2025 (Series News Online)
The Nigeria Police Force bid farewell to one of its own as Deputy Commissioner of Police (DCP) Ishaq Salihu Ismail retired from active service after 31 years of meritorious service. A sendoff ceremony was held in his honor at the State Headquarters in Gwadangaji, Birnin Kebbi, on Wednesday, October 15, 2025.
The Commissioner of Police, Kebbi State Command, CP Bello M. Sani, described DCP Ishaq Salihu Ismail as an exceptional officer who had served with dedication and professionalism. "Your leadership style, integrity, and mentorship will leave a lasting legacy in the Nigeria Police Force and beyond," he said.
DCP Ishaq Salihu Ismail expressed his gratitude to Allah for the gift of life and service, thanking his family, colleagues, and friends for their support. He acknowledged the Governor of Kebbi State, Dr. Nasir Idris, for his visionary leadership and support to the security sector.
The retired police officer's career spanned over three decades, during which he served in various capacities, including as Aide-de-Camp to the late Governor of Niger State, Engr. Abdulkadir Abdullahi Kure, and as Zonal Head of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) in Kano.
Other speakers at the ceremony included the Commissioner of Police, Sokoto State Command, CP Ahmed Musa; the Director of Public Prosecutions, Lawan Hudu Garba, SAN; and the Chairperson of the Police Community Relations Committee (PCRC), Dr. Saratu Muhammad Mera.
The sendoff ceremony was a testament to DCP Ishaq Salihu Ismail's dedication to duty and his commitment to serving the nation. As he begins his retirement, he leaves behind a legacy of excellence and a reputation for integrity and professionalism.
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