The New Police Salary is what many people has been asking questions about. Yes, I know that lovers of the police force or the members of the police force has been praying about pay increase and God has answered their prayers by increasing their pay by 20 percent to 30 percent. But how much is the New police salary in Nigeria? Read on as we explain everything you need to know about the Nigerian Police pay are currently.
The issue of police pay has long been a subject of debate and concern in Nigeria, with many police officers expressing dissatisfaction with their remuneration and working conditions. Low salaries, inadequate benefits, and poor living standards have contributed to low morale, corruption, and inefficiency within the police force. Recognizing the need to address these challenges, the Nigerian government has made an effort to reform the police salary structure and improve the welfare of police officers.
New Police Salary 2024
Previously, the Nigerian Police constable is paid about ₦48,000 monthly salary and now it has increased by 20% which is now 20% of ₦48,000 which is ₦9,600. This simply means that ₦9,600 was added to their salary which will be ₦9,600 + ₦48,000 equals ₦57,600. So now a constable in the Nigerian Police New salary is about ₦57,600.
The same thing applies to Corporal. The Nigerian Police Corporal is paid about ₦53,000 monthly and now, it has increased by 20% which is now 20% of ₦53,000 which is ₦10,600. This simply means that ₦10,600 was added to their salary which will be ₦10,600 + ₦53,000 equals ₦63,600. So now a Corporal in the Nigerian Police New salary is about ₦57,600. You can refer to our previous post on Nigerian Police salary 2024, Ranks and Allowance.
This calculation we made above using constable rank is also applicable in the remaining ranks in the Nigerian Police. Below is the complete new police salary and ranks.
New Police Salary and Ranks
| Rank | Salary (monthly) |
|---|---|
| Inspector General of Police | ₦1,444,450.00 |
| Deputy Inspector General of Police | ₦1,015,472.80 |
| Assistant Inspector General of Police | ₦838,851.90 |
| Commissioner of Police | ₦602,470.50 |
| Deputy Commissioner of Police | ₦553,000.80 |
| Assistant Commissioner of Police | ₦254,438.20 |
| Chief Superintendent of Police | ₦238,823.96 |
| Superintendent of Police | ₦205,089.06 |
| Deputy Superintendent of Police | ₦204,399.70 |
| Assistant Superintendent of Police | ₦187,200.39 |
| Inspector of Police | ₦104,400.10 |
| Sergeant Major | ₦74,400.88 |
| Sergeant | ₦66,000.90 |
| Corporal | ₦63,600.60 |
| Constable | ₦48,113.60 |
DPO Police Rank
In the Nigerian Police Force, the DPO (Divisional Police Officer) is always a senior officer responsible for overseeing police activities within a specific geographical division or area. The rank of a DPO depends on some factors, but it’s usually held by officers with the rank of Superintendent of Police (SP) or Chief Superintendent of Police (CSP).
DPO Police Salary
DPO Police salary in the Nigerian Police ranges from ₦204,399.70 – ₦209,999.70.
Police officers are expected to uphold the highest standards of professionalism, integrity, and accountability in their conduct and performance. The improved salary and benefits are intended to reward and support officers who demonstrate dedication and commitment to their duties.
The implementation of the new Nigerian Police pay structure represents a good step toward improving the welfare, morale, and professionalism of police officers across the country.
