Everything You Need to Know About Nigeria Police Force Ranks and Their Salaries

The Nigeria Police Force (NPF) is the primary security and law enforcement agency in Nigeria, with officers in all 36 states and the Federal Capital Territory.

The NPF has a long history that dates back to 1861, when it started as a 30-man security group in Lagos. Over the years, the NPF has undergone several transformations and reforms, and now has seven administrative departments, each headed by a Deputy Inspector-General of Police.

The NPF has a hierarchical structure that starts with the Inspector-General of Police (IGP) at the top and ends with the Constable at the bottom.

The ranks, symbols, duties, and salaries of the NPF officers vary according to their level and years of service. In this article, we will answer some of the frequently asked questions about the NPF ranks and salaries.

What are the ranks of the Nigeria Police Force?

The NPF has 16 ranks, divided into three categories: Commissioned Officers, Senior Non-Commissioned Officers, and Junior Non-Commissioned Officers. The ranks and their symbols are as follows:

Commissioned Officers

• Inspector-General of Police (IGP): This is the highest rank in the NPF and the head of the entire force. The IGP controls the administration and operations of the NPF and reports to the President of Nigeria. The symbol for this rank is the Nigerian coat of arms, crossed tipstaffs, and two stars, surrounded by a laurel, worn over the shoulder. The current IGP is Olukayode Egbetokun, who succeeded Usman Alkali Baba in 2023.
• Deputy Inspector-General of Police (DIG): This is the second-highest rank in the NPF and the second-in-command to the IGP. The DIGs head the seven administrative departments of the NPF and can act as the IGP in his absence. The symbol for this rank is similar to that of the IGP, but with one star instead of two.
• Assistant Inspector-General of Police (AIG): This is the third-highest rank in the NPF and subordinate to the DIGs. The AIGs oversee the zonal commands of the NPF and report to the DIGs. The symbol for this rank is the Nigerian coat of arms and a star, surrounded by a laurel, worn over the shoulder.
• Commissioner of Police (CP): This is the fourth-highest rank in the NPF and subordinate to the AIGs. The CPs are in charge of the state commands of the NPF and report to the AIGs. The symbol for this rank is the Nigerian coat of arms, surrounded by a laurel, worn over the shoulder.
• Deputy Commissioner of Police (DCP): This is the fifth-highest rank in the NPF and subordinate to the CPs. The DCPs assist the CPs in managing the state commands of the NPF and report to the CPs. The symbol for this rank is a laurel, worn over the shoulder.
• Assistant Commissioner of Police (ACP): This is the sixth-highest rank in the NPF and subordinate to the DCPs. The ACPs are responsible for the divisional commands of the NPF and report to the DCPs. The symbol for this rank is a laurel, worn on the chest.

Senior Non-Commissioned Officers

• Chief Superintendent of Police (CSP): This is the seventh-highest rank in the NPF and the highest among the senior non-commissioned officers. The CSPs are in charge of the area commands of the NPF and report to the ACPs. The symbol for this rank is a crown and a star, worn on the chest.
• Superintendent of Police (SP): This is the eighth-highest rank in the NPF and subordinate to the CSPs. The SPs are in charge of the district commands of the NPF and report to the CSPs. The symbol for this rank is a crown, worn on the chest.
• Deputy Superintendent of Police (DSP): This is the ninth-highest rank in the NPF and subordinate to the SPs. The DSPs are in charge of the sub-district commands of the NPF and report to the SPs. The symbol for this rank is a star, worn on the chest.
• Assistant Superintendent of Police (ASP): This is the tenth-highest rank in the NPF and subordinate to the DSPs. The ASPs are in charge of the station commands of the NPF and report to the DSPs. The symbol for this rank is a bar, worn on the chest.

Junior Non-Commissioned Officers

• Inspector: This is the eleventh-highest rank in the NPF and the highest among the junior non-commissioned officers. The Inspectors are in charge of the sections of the NPF and report to the ASPs. The symbol for this rank is three chevrons, worn on the arm.
• Sergeant: This is the twelfth-highest rank in the NPF and subordinate to the Inspectors. The Sergeants are in charge of the units of the NPF and report to the Inspectors. The symbol for this rank is two chevrons, worn on the arm.
• Corporal: This is the thirteenth-highest rank in the NPF and subordinate to the Sergeants. The Corporals are in charge of the teams of the NPF and report to the Sergeants. The symbol for this rank is one chevron, worn on the arm.
• Lance Corporal: This is the fourteenth-highest rank in the NPF and subordinate to the Corporals. The Lance Corporals are in charge of the squads of the NPF and report to the Corporals. The symbol for this rank is a stripe, worn on the arm.
• Constable: This is the lowest rank in the NPF and the entry-level for new recruits. The Constables are the foot soldiers of the NPF and report to the Lance Corporals. The symbol for this rank is a button, worn on the chest.

What are the salaries of the Nigeria Police Force officers?

The salaries of the NPF officers depend on their ranks and grades, as well as the years of service. According to a document titled “New Consolidated Police Salary Structure (CONPOSS) with 20% chart (Effective January 2022)”, the current monthly salaries of the NPF officers are as follows:

Nigeria Police Force Ranks and Salaries

Inspector General of Police Salary

• Grade Level: N/A
• Monthly Salary: ₦711,498
• Annual Salary: ₦8,537,976

Deputy Inspector General of Police Salary

• Grade Level: N/A
• Monthly Salary: ₦546,572.73
• Annual Salary: ₦6,558,872.76

Assistant Inspector General of Police Salary

• Grade Level: N/A
• Monthly Salary: ₦499,751.87
• Annual Salary: ₦5,997,022.44

Commissioner of Police Salary

• Grade Level: Level 15 (06)
• Monthly Salary: ₦302,970.47
• Annual Salary: ₦3,635,645.64

Commissioner of Police Salary

• Grade Level: Level 15 (1)
• Monthly Salary: ₦266,777.79
• Annual Salary: ₦3,201,333.48

Deputy Commissioner of Police Salary

• Grade Level: Level 14 (07)
• Monthly Salary: ₦278,852.79
• Annual Salary: ₦3,346,233.48

Deputy Commissioner of Police Salary

• Grade Level: Level 14 (1)
• Monthly Salary: ₦242,715.65
• Annual Salary: ₦2,912,587.80

Assistant Commissioner of Police Salary

• Grade Level: Level 13 (10)
• Monthly Salary: ₦212,938.96
• Annual Salary: ₦2,555,257.92

Assistant Commissioner of Police Salary

• Grade Level: Level 13 (1)
• Monthly Salary: ₦183,185.73
• Annual Salary: ₦2,198,228.76

Chief Superintendent of Police Salary

• Grade Level: Level 12 (08)
• Monthly Salary: ₦199,723.96
• Annual Salary: ₦2,396,687.52

Chief Superintendent of Police Salary

• Grade Level: Level 12 (1)
• Monthly Salary: ₦172,089.06
• Annual Salary: ₦2,065,068.72

Superintendent of Police Salary

• Grade Level: Level 11 (10)
• Monthly Salary: ₦187,616
• Annual Salary: ₦2,251,400.28

Superintendent of Police Salary

• Grade Level: Level 11 (1)
• Monthly Salary: ₦161,478.29
• Annual Salary: ₦1,937,739.49

Deputy Superintendent of Police Salary

• Grade Level: Level 10 (10)
• Monthly Salary: ₦170,399.69
• Annual Salary: ₦2,044,796.28

Deputy Superintendent of Police Salary

• Grade Level: Level 10 (1)
• Monthly Salary: ₦148,733.29
• Annual Salary: ₦1,784,799.48

Assistant Superintendent of Police Salary

• Grade Level: Level 09 (10)
• Monthly Salary: ₦156,318.39
• Annual Salary: ₦1,875,820.68

Assistant Superintendent of Police Salary

• Grade Level: Level 09 (1)
• Monthly Salary: ₦136,616.06
• Annual Salary: ₦1,639,392.72

Assistant Superintendent of Police Salary

• Grade Level: Level 08 (10)
• Monthly Salary: ₦144,152.07
• Annual Salary: ₦1,729,824.84

Assistant Superintendent of Police Salary

• Grade Level: Level 08 (1)
• Monthly Salary: ₦127,604.68
• Annual Salary: ₦1,531,256.16

Cadet Inspector Salary

• Grade Level: Level 07 (10)
• Monthly Salary: ₦87,135.70
• Annual Salary: ₦1,045,628.40

Cadet Inspector Salary

• Grade Level: Level 07 (1)
• Monthly Salary: ₦73,231.51
• Annual Salary: ₦878,778.12

Sergeant Major Salary

• Grade Level: Level 06 (10)
• Monthly Salary: ₦62,204.88
• Annual Salary: ₦746,458.56

Sergeant Major Salary

• Grade Level: Level 06 (1)
• Monthly Salary: ₦55,144.81
• Annual Salary: ₦661,737.72

Police Sergeant Salary

• Grade Level: Level 05 (10)
• Monthly Salary: ₦55,973.84
• Annual Salary: ₦671,686.08

Police Sergeant Salary

• Grade Level: Level 05 (1)
• Monthly Salary: ₦48,540.88
• Annual Salary: ₦582,490.56

Police Corporal Salary

• Grade Level: Level 04 (10)
• Monthly Salary: ₦51,113.59
• Annual Salary: ₦613,363.08

Police Corporal Salary

• Grade Level: Level 04 (1)
• Monthly Salary: ₦44,715.53
• Annual Salary: ₦536,586.36

Police Constable Salary

• Grade Level: Level 10
• Monthly Salary: ₦49,113.59
• Annual Salary: ₦613,363.08

Police Constable Salary

• Grade Level: Level 03
• Monthly Salary: ₦43,293.83
• Annual Salary: ₦519,525.60

Police Recruit Salary

• Grade Level: N/A
• Monthly Salary: ₦9,019.42
• Annual Salary: ₦108,233.04

What are the duties of the Nigeria Police Force officers?

The duties of the NPF officers vary according to their ranks and assignments, but generally, they are responsible for the following:

• Maintaining law and order in the society and protecting the lives and property of the citizens.
• Preventing and detecting crime and criminal activities and arresting and prosecuting offenders.
• Enforcing the laws and regulations of the country and upholding the constitution and human rights.
• Preserving the peace and security of the country and cooperating with other security agencies.
• Providing community policing and public safety services and enhancing the relationship between the police and the public.
• Performing any other duty assigned by the IGP or the President of Nigeria.