- Warns Against Enlisting Individuals with Criminal Backgrounds
Katsina State Governor, Malam Dikko Umaru Radda, has called for thorough and credible background checks in the ongoing 2025/2026 Police Constable Recruitment Exercise to ensure that only qualified, disciplined, and law-abiding citizens are enlisted into the Nigeria Police Force.
The Governor made this known yesterday at Government House, Katsina, while receiving members of the 2025/2026 Police Constable Recruitment Teams, who briefed him on the progress, conduct, and various phases of the exercise in the state.
Governor Radda explained that the recruitment exercise is a critical national assignment aimed at strengthening the manpower, capacity, and operational effectiveness of the Nigeria Police Force.
He commended the orderly, transparent, and well-coordinated manner in which the exercise is being conducted, noting that the process has been seamless and properly structured.
The Governor also praised the calibre, professionalism, and dedication of the recruitment team, describing their efforts as commendable and highly impactful.
According to him, the Nigeria Police Force plays a vital role in safeguarding lives and property, as well as maintaining peace and order across the country.
Governor Radda therefore urged the recruitment team to uphold the highest standards of integrity throughout the exercise, emphasizing strict adherence to due process at all stages.
“Background checks must be taken very seriously to ensure that individuals with criminal tendencies are not recruited and given the opportunity to abuse the system,” he said.
He assured the team of the continued support and cooperation of the Katsina State Government toward the successful completion of the exercise.
The Governor further encouraged them to sustain the level of transparency, discipline, and professionalism already demonstrated in the ongoing process.
Governor Radda also expressed appreciation to the President of the Federal Republic of Nigeria for the initiative aimed at strengthening the manpower of the Nigeria Police Force and enhancing national security.
Earlier, the recruitment team, led by Director Aminu Abubakar Malumfashi of the Police Service Commission and DCP Ramatu Sada, FDC, briefed the Governor on the progress, phases, and achievements recorded so far in the exercise.
They also appreciated the Governor and the Government of Katsina State for the warm reception, hospitality, and support extended to them, which has contributed significantly to the smooth conduct of the recruitment process.
Those in attendance included the Chief of Staff to the Governor, Hon. Abdulkadir Mamman Nasir, alongside other senior government officials and members of the recruitment committee.
Ibrahim Kaula Mohammed
Chief Press Secretary to the Governor of Katsina State
14th April, 2026
